JJ Watt’s move from NFL star to CBS announcer had many wondering if he could handle the broadcast booth. He had already acclimated himself to the CBS landscape, but his move to the booth alongside Ian Eagle was a major move back into the spotlight. Early on, even the legend had his doubts.
Renowned Steelers podcaster and network director of Pro Football Insiders, Jeff Hartman, recently hyped up JJ Watt’s announcing role. As Hartman wrote on his X handle,
“Gotta be honest. I was skeptical of @JJWatt calling games before the season started. But he’s done a tremendous job, especially with Steelers games. He’ll be on the call Sunday.” To this, Watt added his own thoughts.
Reposting Hartman’s words, JJ Watt added his own words of appreciation and confessed: “Well thank you Jeff. I a