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J.J. Watt Tears Up Recalling Health Scare as He's About to Become a Dad
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J.J. Watt expected to play but Cardinals will take decision 'down to the wire
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Cardinals defensive end Watt calls time on career
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JJ Watt explains why he wrote letters to himself during final season as he eyed retirement
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Cardinals defensive end J.J. Watt closes Hall of Fame career with 2 sacks, but Cardinals lose finale at San Francisco
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Arizona Cardinals defensive end J.J. Watt explains why he decided to retire after the 2022 season and 12 years in the NFL
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J.J. Watt on signing with Cardinals: 'Couldn't be happier
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J.J. Watt thankful to be playing after having heart shocked back into rhythm
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J.J. Watt bids farewell to NFL with emotional 2-sack game
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Cardinals' J.J. Watt plans retirement from NFL at end of season
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