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Steelers' Superstar Player Suddenly Hospitalized
One of the Steelers' best players is in the hospital with an apparently serious medical issue. Get the details here.
PITTSBURGH, PA — One of the Steelers' most dynamic players apparently has a significant medical issue that has required hospitalization.
Linebacker T.J. Watt is receiving medical attention, the Steelers announced on Thursday.
"T.J. Watt is currently in a local hospital for further evaluation of his lung after experiencing discomfort at the practice facility on Wednesday," team spokesman Burt Lauten said in a statement posted on social media.
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"He will not be at practice on Thursday and his status for Monday night's game vs. Miami is in question. Coach (Mike) Tomlin will provide more updates at the appropriate time."
Watt, 31, has started all of the Steelers' 13 games so far this season and has not missed a game since 2022.
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Thus far, he has recorded 7 sacks with 10 tackles for loss, 18 quarterback hits, three forced fumbles, seven passes defensed, and one interception.
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