T.J. Watt earns AFC Defensive Player of the Week honors after strong performance
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 16, 2026, 5:01 PM
Last updated Sep 16, 2026
T.J. Watt had an impressive outing for the Pittsburgh Steelers in their Week 1 matchup against the Atlanta Falcons. He recorded four total tackles, two sacks, and an interception returned for a touchdown, helping the Steelers secure a 20-13 victory. Watt's pick-six came after he intercepted Cooper Rush, extending the Steelers’ lead. His performance earned him the AFC Defensive Player of the Week award. The Steelers will face the New England Patriots next on Sunday.
- •Watt intercepted a pass and returned it for a touchdown.
- •He helped the Steelers secure a 20-13 win against the Falcons.
- •Watt was named AFC Defensive Player of the Week.
- •The Steelers will play the Patriots on Sunday.
- •Watt is now one of two players with 100 sacks and 10 interceptions since 1982.
- 5:01 PMYahoo Sports — Steelers star pass rusher T.J. Watt earns major award after dominant Week 1
"T.J. Watt earned a major honor on Wednesday.
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