T.J. Watt Fantasy Football News, Rankings, and Projections
Get expert consensus rankings for T.J. Watt of the Pittsburgh Steelers, along with the latest news and detailed fantasy football stats.
Recent Performance Highlights
In Week 9, Watt delivered a strong performance with:
- One solo tackle
- Two assisted tackles
- One sack
- One tackle for loss
- One forced fumble
- One fumble recovery
Watt's season total has reached five sacks, marking his first full sack since Week 4.
Current Fantasy Outlook
Although Watt remains elite, he is no longer guaranteed a spot in the top three defensive players but is still a solid top-10 defensive lineman option. He projects as a strong DL1 choice for Week 10 against the Los Angeles Chargers.
Contract and Career Details
The Pittsburgh Steelers secured Watt with a three-year contract extension worth $123 million, including $108 million guaranteed at signing. Watt aimed to be the highest-paid non-quarterback in the NFL and achieved this milestone for the second time in his career. His annual salary of $41 million keeps him signed through his mid-30s, which is a strategic investment for the Steelers. Since 2021, he has averaged nearly one sack per game (0.99) and remains a dynamic fumble-forcing outside linebacker.
Fantasy Playoff Considerations
Most fantasy football leagues start their playoffs in Week 15, leaving six weeks for teams to qualify. It’s crucial to manage injuries and monitor depth charts carefully during this period.
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Author’s summary: T.J. Watt remains a top fantasy defensive lineman with a lucrative Steelers contract, showing strong sack numbers and impact plays as the fantasy playoffs approach.