Before announcing Sunday’s game between his former team, the Houston Texans, and the Jaguars, CBS Sports announcer J.J. Watt, 36, enjoyed a special moment with his 3-year-old son, Koa, at NRG Stadium. This is the very field where Watt played for Houston for ten seasons.
Watt described the morning as unforgettable: “This was such a cool morning for me to have my wife, Kealia, and my son, Koa, out on the field. Obviously, so many memories in this building, so many great throwbacks, and to see him [Koa] run into that end zone, the same one I’ve run into before, just unbelievable feeling this morning.”
Following the 2020 season, Watt requested his release and signed a two-year contract with the Arizona Cardinals. He faced obstacles including a shoulder injury in 2021 that required surgery, and a 2022 health scare where he revealed he experienced atrial fibrillation and “had my heart shocked back into rhythm.”
“To see him [Koa] run into that end zone, the same one I’ve run into before, just unbelievable feeling this morning.” — J.J. Watt
J.J. Watt’s return to NRG Stadium as a father and announcer highlights both his lasting bond with Houston and his journey beyond football.
Author’s summary: J.J. Watt shared a touching moment with his young son on the field where he built his NFL career, reflecting on his years with the Texans and personal health battles since.