J.J. Watt Shares Special Moment on Houston Field with Son
J.J. Watt returned to Houston for a heartwarming experience at NRG Stadium, the place where he spent a decade playing for the Texans. Before announcing Sunday’s Texans vs. Jaguars game for CBS Sports, Watt enjoyed a memorable moment with his 3-year-old son, Koa.
“It was the best. This was such a cool morning for me to have my wife, Kealia, and my son, Koa, out on the field. Obviously, so many memories in this building, so many great throwbacks, and to see him [Koa] run into that end zone, the same one I’ve run into before, just unbelievable feeling this morning.”
Career Highlights with the Texans
- First-round pick from Wisconsin, selected 11th overall in the 2011 NFL Draft
- Named Defensive Player of the Year three times during his ten seasons in Houston
- Earned First-team All-Pro honors five times
Later Career and Health Challenges
After the 2020 season, Watt requested his release from Houston and subsequently signed a two-year contract with the Arizona Cardinals. In 2021, he suffered a shoulder injury that required surgery.
In October 2022, Watt revealed he experienced atrial fibrillation and required a medical procedure to have his heart shocked back into rhythm.
Author's Summary
J.J. Watt’s return to Houston brought a touching moment with his son on the field, highlighting both his storied Texans career and his resilience through health challenges.