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JJ Watt outlines challenges for NFL team in overseas expansion

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 13, 2026, 5:52 AM

Last updated Oct 13, 2026

JJ Watt outlines challenges for NFL team in overseas expansion

Summary

JJ Watt addressed the logistical complications facing the NFL regarding the potential establishment of a permanent team abroad. This discussion follows the Jacksonville Jaguars' injury to long snapper Ross Matiscik, complicating roster management as they prepare to play in London again. Watt emphasized the need for solutions related to roster movement, including replacing injured players and signing new ones quickly. Despite speculation about the Jaguars possibly relocating to the UK, Watt highlighted significant hurdles before such decisions can be made.

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•JJ Watt highlights logistical challenges for an overseas NFL team.
•Jacksonville Jaguars deal with long snapper injury ahead of London game.
•Watt points out issues with roster management for foreign teams.
•Jaguars continue to serve as London's home team in the NFL.
•Speculation exists about the Jaguars moving permanently to the UK.

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With the NFL’s expansion internationally over the last few games, there’s a major question that’s been looming. “Will we have a team overseas in the future?” It’s an interesting question, but it’s also a large logistical challenge for the NFL. The Jacksonville Jaguars’ injury situation highlights this hurdle for the league, and JJ Watt was quick to […] The post JJ Watt highlights ‘major hurdle’ in having a permanent NFL team overseas appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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