Mike Tomlin gives hilarious answer to Steelers possibly signing JJ Watt

The Pittsburgh Steelers' playoff dream continues to buzz with wild speculation about a JJ Watt comeback. Coach Mike Tomlin's take on the Pat McAfee Show has officially torpedoed those fan fantasies with one financial reality check.

The Watt brothers represent NFL royalty with extraordinary defensive credentials. TJ, the current NFL Defensive Player of the Year favorite, owns the Steelers' career sacks record. JJ Watt boasts three Defensive Player of the Year awards and is a potential Hall of Fame inductee for the Class of 2028.

During Tuesday's appearance on the Pat McAfee Show, Tomlin delivered a take on reunion hopes.

"We don't have enough cash for two Watts," he said.

The speculation gains poignant context from JJ Watt's recent family moment at Acrisure Stadium. He was spotted on Dec 8th teaching his 2-year-old son Koa the sacred Terrible Towel twirl, a tradition started by legendary Steelers broadcaster Myron Cope in 1975. The moment showcased the family's deep Pittsburgh roots.

With the Steelers (10-3) leading the AFC North, the roster conversation naturally drifted to potential additions. JJ, currently comfortable in his CBS Sports role, seems more spectator than a potential player.

JJ Watt's legacy keeps on building through brothers

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JJ's recent stadium appearance wasn't just about potential comebacks. He shared a heartwarming family moment, with the Steelers posting an adorable photo featuring JJ, his wife Kealia, son Koa, brother TJ, and TJ's pregnant wife Dani.

The Watt family's NFL narrative continues to fascinate. From Pewaukee High School to the University of Wisconsin-Madison, they've written an extraordinary football story. With the AFC's first seed still in play, fans can't help but dream of one last magical chapter.

Notably, the Steelers' defense already ranks among the NFL's best. Players like Keeanu Benton — another Wisconsin alum who made a game-changing interception against the Browns — demonstrate the team's defensive prowess. Adding another Watt might be more fantasy than reality.

The brotherhood's Wisconsin connection runs deep. All three Watt brothers — JJ, TJ, and Derek — started at the same high school and university before carving unique NFL paths. Derek, a former fullback, recently retired after playing alongside TJ on the Steelers.

With JJ's Hall of Fame eligibility approaching and TJ dominating defensive statistics, the Watt legacy continues to captivate NFL fans.