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Congratulations Pouring In For NFL Legend J.J. Watt

Originally posted on The Spun | By Daniel Bates | Last updated Jun 25, 2025 1:31 PM ET

Huge congratulations are in order for J.J. and the Watt family! This week the future Hall of Famer and his wife announced the birth of their second child together— little Niko Benjamin Watt.

On Tuesday, J.J. and former NWSL star Kealia Ohai took to Instagram to reveal that Niko was born June 14. Joining their other son Koa who was born in 2022 in their new family of four.

"Overcome with joy and gratitude," the five-time All-Pro said. "Niko Benjamin Watt ... 6.14.25 ❤️"

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Fans sent plenty of love the Watts' way in their comments.

"Congratulations!! " Wisconsin football replied.

"Incredible man! Congrats to you and your family!" Joey Cold Cuts posted.

"so so excited for the most precious new addition!!!" Lauren Kennedy exclaimed.

"Congrats!!!" the Arizona Cardinals shared.

"Perfection!!!!! What a beautiful family ❤️❤️!!" a user said. "Congratulations and best wishes to you all always. ❤️"

"Omg Niko!!! He is absolutely perfect ," a fan melted. "sooooo happy for you 4 especially big brother!!! Congratulations!!!!"

"Congrats Brother… I'm gonna have to get a bigger truck " a friend cheered.

INGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA - FEBRUARY 10: (L-R) J.J. Watt and Kealia Watt attend the 11th Annual NFL Honors at YouTube Theater on February 10, 2022 in Inglewood, California. (Photo by Jeff Kravitz/FilmMagic)Jeff Kravitz/Getty Images

During his NFL career J.J. regularly said that he didn't have time to date because he was singularly focused on football, so it's awesome to see him enjoy life as a dad and a husband over the past several years.

Will Koa and Niko be the next set of brothers to make it to Canton? I guess we'll just have to wait and see...

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