Watt hasn’t been the same since his injury but McAfee backs him to repeat his record breaking season.

Pittsburgh Steelers offensive linebacker T. J. Watt established himself as one of the best rushers in the NFL after he recorded 22.5 sacks in 2021. He equaled the tally set by former Giants defensive end Michael Strahan in 2001.

However, Watt wasn’t able to continue the trajectory the following season due to a torn pectoral muscle that he sustained against the Cincinnati Bengals. But that is behind him, and the 28-year-old is looking ahead to a brighter future.

As far as predictions go, Watt is once again in the mix to showcase a strong performance in the 2023 NFL season. He has the backing of analyst Pat McAfee. The former Colts punter is looking forward to Watt repeating the feat that won him the Defensive Rookie of the Year award.

The five-time Pro Bowler was a guest on his YouTube show yesterday. McAfee announced that he would donate $500,000 to a charity if Watt managed to break his sack record.

“22.5 is a big number,” McAfee told Watt. “If you break it, we’ll give $500,000 to a charity of your choice.”

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However, to achieve that, he needs to keep himself fit. But since the injury, he hasn’t been the same, and a slight down year last time around is proof that he struggled quite a bit.

Watt was never the same after his injury

Steelers suffered because of Watt’s injury (Image via Sky Sports)
T. J. Watt was at an All-Pro level when he got hurt. He missed the next seven games and looked shaky upon returning. The 9-8 Steelers went 8-2 with Watt in the lineup.

During a podcast session with retired football player Ben Roethlisberger, Watt revealed that the injury frustrated him. But he became upset when his physique and agility took a nosedive after recovery.

“I had Joe Burrow locked up,” Watt said, as per NFL.com. “My arm got stuck behind me. And that’s how I tore my pec.”

Not being able to tackle the Bengals quarterback was a nuisance for Watt, as he recalls that things would have been different if he had approached the play differently. “If I [had] just kept my hands low, there’s no hands to the face. The amount of times that I’ve drove myself nuts thinking like that.”

Watt only managed to complete 5.5 sacks in 10 games. “As soon as I came back, it never really got to 100 percent,” he added. But he feels good now after a satisfactory preseason.

Travis Kelce gifts Taylor Swift an expensive necklace, symbolizing the key to his heart, as a token of appreciation after the victory against the Dolphins and to express gratitude for her unwavering support.

I would rather spend one lifetime with you, than face all the ages of this world alone. Travis kelce surprise girlfriend with $3.1m gift

As the Kansas City Chiefs attempt to win their second straight Super Bowl, the team is promoting Travis Kelce’s romance with Taylor Swift in their new playoff hype video.

Kansas City, January 19, 2024 – Following the thrilling victory of the Kansas City Chiefs over the Miami Dolphins this past weekend, Travis Kelce, the star player of the team, created quite a buzz by presenting renowned singer Taylor Swift with an expensive necklace symbolizing the key to his heart.

Travis Kelce is not only a prominent figure in the world of American football but also a devoted fan of Taylor Swift. He has consistently shown his support for the singer through her music and has even frequented her concerts in Kansas City.

The significant win of the Kansas City Chiefs over the Miami Dolphins brought immense joy to Travis Kelce and his team. After the game, during a press conference, Kelce introduced a special necklace he had prepared for Taylor Swift. The necklace is crafted from 18K gold and adorned with a large gemstone at its center, symbolizing Kelce’s “key to the heart.”

Travis Kelce stated, “Taylor has always been there to support me and the team throughout, and she has truly played a pivotal role in our success. I wanted to give her this gift as a way to express my gratitude and say thank you to her.”

Taylor Swift, who also celebrated with Travis Kelce and the Chiefs after the game, was deeply touched upon receiving this special gift from her close friend. She shared on social media, “There’s nothing that could create a more memorable moment than receiving this gift from Travis after the Chiefs’ important win. I will keep his heart in my heart forever.”

The remarkable support and friendship between Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift are capturing attention from fans in both the entertainment and sports fields. This meaningful gift is sure to be remembered in the times ahead, highlighting the special bond between them.