Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker T.J. Watt is having a remarkable season, currently leading the NFL with eight sacks, which is two more than the combined total of the four players in second place.
However, the 28-year-old picked up a severe dislocated finger and multiple torn ligaments during the team's Week 5 victory against the Baltimore Ravens on Sunday, October 8, which resulted in a 17-10 win at home in the Acrisure Stadium.
Despite the painful setback, Watt finished the game with two sacks.
The 2021 NFL Defensive Player of the Year has also recorded 15 combined tackles, seven tackles for loss, four passes defended, two fumble recoveries, and two forced fumbles, showcasing his exceptional impact on the field in five games this year.
The five-time Pro Bowl selection's 2022 season was previously marred by injury, seeing action in only 10 games due to a torn pectoral muscle and knee surgery, recording a career-low 5.5 sacks and eight tackles for loss.
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Pittsburgh Steelers T.J. Watt injury status
The three-time First Team All-Pro selection will not miss time due to the hand injury, according to NFL Network reporter Tom Pelissero.
Watt managed to pop his dislocated finger back into place and continued playing during Sunday's game.
The former Wisconsin standout may undergo surgical repair for his finger after the season, depending on the progress of the healing process, per league insider Ian Rapoport.
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