TJ Watt Parents

Last Modified Jan 10, 2025 12:29 GMT
T. J. Watt Parents
T. J. Watt with his parents

Wisconsin-born linebacker T.J. Watt is a professional American football player for the Pittsburgh Steelers in the 2024 NFL season. The Steelers drafted Watt with the 30th pick in the first round of the 2017 NFL draft. The 2020 Butkus Award honoree used to play hockey before switching to football in fifth grade (via Steelers.com). The youngest Watt was a three-star recruit coming out of Pewaukee High School. The former Second-team All-American committed to the Wisconsin Badgers Football Program as a tight end, with whom he played from 2013-2016. While T. J. Watt’s collegiate career didn’t start on the right track as he missed the first two years due to an injury, he more than made up for it in his junior season after playing on the defense, by racking up 16 tackles for loss and 11.5 sacks (via Sports Reference).

The seven-time pro bowler has been as advertised since entering the league in 2017. The 4-time First-team All-Pro made the PFWA All-Rookie team after amassing 7 sacks, 7 pass deflections, and an interception. Since his sophomore campaign, the 2021 NFL Defensive Player of the Year honoree has only had one season (2022) without double-digit sacks as of January 2025. His best statistical seasons came in 2021 and 2023 when he managed to bring down the opposite QBs 41.5 times during that period (via Pro Football Reference). Watt’s amazing play has earned him the respect among his peers as he has been voted in the NFL Top 100 every year since entering the league.

Who are T. J. Watt’s parents?

According to the official Steelers website, T. J. Watt's parents are John and Connie Watt. He is the younger brother of 3-time Defensive Player of the Year awardee J. J. Watt and Derek Watt, a former fullback.

Who is TJ Watt’s father?

T. J. Watt Parents
T. J. Watt with his father (center) and brother Derek Watt (right)

John Watt is the father of T. J. Watt. John was a firefighter (via Steelers.com). According to the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, John excelled as an athlete during his time at Pewaukee High School.

Who is TJ Watt’s mother?

T. J. Watt Parents
T. J. Watt with his mother

TJ Watt is the son of Connie Watt. Connie would always see to it that the kids were well-fed and had a hot breakfast in the morning. According to Connie, all three brothers would write her letters (via Steelers.com). According to the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, Connie manages J. J. Watt's high-profile charity.

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FAQ's On TJ Watt

A. Yes, TJ Watt is JJ Watt’s younger brother.

A. TJ Watt wears jersey number 90 for the Pittsburgh Steelers.

A. TJ Watt is 6 feet 4 inches tall.

A. TJ Watt plays outside linebacker.

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