Steelers linebacker T.J. Watt had surgery for a partially collapsed lung and is being released from the hospital, his brother J.J. said on social media Friday.

J.J. Watt said the injury happened on Wednesday after "a dry needling treatment session" at the Steelers' facility.

"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," J.J. Watt said.

The Steelers have not made a statement regarding Watt's injury or his status for Monday night's game against the Miami Dolphins.

Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin was expected to speak to the media on Friday afternoon.

Watt had been medically evaluated at a hospital for an issue with his lung earlier this week, a team

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