J.J. Watt demonstrates ball protection technique to Jim Nantz during broadcast
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 18, 2026, 9:47 PM
Last updated Oct 18, 2026
During the broadcast of the Week 6 game between the Buffalo Bills and Las Vegas Raiders, J.J. Watt showcased a ball protection technique to color commentator Jim Nantz. Watt, aware of James Cook's fumble history, encouraged Nantz to attempt to punch the ball out with all his strength. Nantz followed through, causing him to recoil in surprise, highlighting the difference between NFL players and announcers. The demonstration elicited laughter from both men, adding a light-hearted moment to their coverage.
- •Watt advised Nantz on ball protection during a CBS broadcast.
- •Nantz attempted to punch the ball out, experiencing a surprising recoil.
- •The Bills played the Raiders in Week 6 of the NFL season.
- •Watt previously highlighted Cook's fumble issues this season.
- •The moment added humor to the game commentary.
- 10:00 PMYahoo Sports — Jim Nantz attempts ‘Peanut Punch’ on J.J. Watt, appears to hurt wrist: ‘Better get Jim some ice’
- 9:47 PMYahoo Sports — J.J. Watt goaded Jim Nantz into hurting himself during Bills-Raiders
"Say this for Tony Romo: he never put Jim Nantz in harm’s way. Nantz and new CBS broadcasting partner J.J. Watt were on the call for the Buffalo Bills-Las Vegas Raiders game. During the game, the two dedicated a segment in the booth to discussing the “Peanut Punch,” a move popularized by Charles “Peanut” Tillman…
""I did not think you were going to go that hard."
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External links- Yahoo SportsOct 18, 2026, 10:00 PMJim Nantz attempts ‘Peanut Punch’ on J.J. Watt, appears to hurt wrist: ‘Better get Jim some ice’
Say this for Tony Romo: he never put Jim Nantz in harm’s way. Nantz and new CBS broadcasting partner J.J. Watt were on the call for the Buffalo Bills-Las Vegas Raiders game. During the game, the two dedicated a segment in the booth to discussing the “Peanut Punch,” a move popularized by Charles “Peanut” Tillman…
- Yahoo SportsOct 18, 2026, 9:47 PMJ.J. Watt goaded Jim Nantz into hurting himself during Bills-Raiders
"I did not think you were going to go that hard."
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