A star NFL player is beginning his journey to recovery following surgery to repair a partially collapsed lung.

Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker TJ Watt recently underwent surgery, his brother, JJ Watt, revealed on Friday. The injury was reportedly caused by a dry needling session at the team’s facility two days prior.

“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 wrote on X.

“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,” JJ added.

TJ’s wife, Dani Watt, also shared an update on the NFL star’s health via her Instagram Stories. The coupl

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