Former NFL All-Pro JJ Watt posted on X, formerly Twitter, with an update on his brother, Pittsburgh Steelers star defender TJ Watt , who was hospitalized yesterday with what was reported as “lung discomfort.”

“Yesterday TJ had successful surgery to stabilize and repair a partially collapsed lung suffered Wednesday after a dry needling treatment session at the facility,” JJ Watt wrote.

“Recovery timeline is still TBD, but all went well and he is being released from the hospital today.

“He and his family are very appreciative of everyone’s kind words and well wishes.”

NFL insider Ian Rapoport subsequently reported that TJ Watt “is expected to play again this season,” although the exact timetable seems unclear. He also elaborated on what dry needling is and gave some details ab

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