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T.J. Watt did what?! Steelers defender comes up with unbelievable play

By Eric Smithling | Last updated Nov 20, 2022 7:25 PM ET

T.J. Watt made one of the best interceptions you'll see all season on Sunday against Cincinnati.

Rushing QB Joe Burrow, Watt did what every defensive lineman is taught to do if they aren't able to get to the QB; get their hands up. If successful, that leads to batted balls or tipped passes. Watt did one better and made an incredible interception.

TJ Watt just intercepted it out of thin air @_TJWatt

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The play led to a Matthew Wright field goal that cut the Bengals' lead to 24-23.

Watt (torn pectoral) was placed on injured reserve on Sep. 15 and was activated on Nov. 12. His first game back was last Sunday against the New Orleans Saints.

With the interception Sunday, Watt has two interceptions this season, both coming against Burrow.

Watt is in his sixth season with Pittsburgh and has 80 career starts. Entering Sunday, he had 73 sacks, 22 forced fumbles and five interceptions. Last season, Watt tied Michael Strahan for most sacks (22.5) in a single season.

He's made his fair share of unbelievable plays already, but his one Sunday might top them all.

Eric Smithling

Eric Smithling is a writer based in New Orleans, LA, whose byline also appears on Athlon Sports. He has been with Yardbarker since September 2022, primarily covering the NFL and college football, but also the NBA, WNBA, men’s and women’s college basketball, NHL, tennis and golf. He holds a film studies degree from the University of New Orleans

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