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T.J. Watt in hospital for lung evaluation; Steelers star's status for Monday's game in question

Published: Dec 11, 2025 at 12:47 PM
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Jeremy Bergman

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The Steelers announced on Thursday that star pass rusher T.J. Watt is in a Pittsburgh-area hospital for an evaluation of his lung after experiencing discomfort at the team's facility on Wednesday.

Watt will not participate in Thursday's practice, the Steelers' first of Week 15, and his status for their Monday night game against the Miami Dolphins is in question.

Steelers coach Mike Tomlin will provide updates on Watt "at the appropriate time," the team said. Tomlin is not scheduled to speak with reporters on Thursday.

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Watt, a ninth-year pro, has played in all 13 of Pittsburgh's games this season, totaling 53 tackles, seven sacks and an interception. Last Sunday, Watt logged six tackles and a QB hit and played 68 of 77 defensive snaps in the Steelers' 27-22 win over Baltimore.

The four-time first-team All-Pro has recently dealt with a toe injury but has not missed any significant time this season.

Pittsburgh (7-6) is in the middle of a tight race for the AFC North title. The Steelers host Miami (6-7) on Monday night at 8:15 p.m. ET.

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