Steelers’ T.J. Watt Leads in Pro Bowl Votes

His strip sack of Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow in the first half set the stage for rookie linebacker Payton Wilson to recover the fumble, a critical momentum swing for Pittsburgh. Later, Wilson returned another fumble for a touchdown, cementing the defense’s role in the victory.

Watt has amassed 43 tackles, 9.5 sacks, 10.5 stuffs, and five forced fumbles, all while anchoring a Steelers defense that leads the AFC North standings. His consistent excellence has been a driving force behind Pittsburgh’s playoff push, with the team now poised to take on Cleveland. 

Watt’s impact hasn’t gone unnoticed, as he currently leads all linebackers in Pro Bowl voting, a testament to his season-long dominance.

The Steelers aim to avenge an earlier loss to the Browns, in which Cleveland capitalized on four fourth-down conversions, including two on scoring drives. 

As Pittsburgh prepares for this high-stakes matchup, Watt’s leadership and production will be critical to securing another win and strengthening the team’s postseason chances.

The Steelers currently lead the AFC North and hold a playoff seed, however, they understand the challenge of facing divisional rivals after earning a defeat to the Browns just a few short weeks ago. Watt’s leadership and consistency will be key as Pittsburgh seeks to strengthen its postseason positioning and maintain control of the AFC North.