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J.J. Watt's temporary position as CBS' top NFL game analyst alongside play-by-play announcer Jim Nantz and reporter Tracy Wolfson might become permanent, per new reporting.

CBS gives Tony Romo update amid uncertain future after arrest

Media insider shares why CBS didn't make bold Greg Olsen move after Tony Romo arrest

Tom Brady calls out NFL players for skipping preseason games

The 'NFL sack leaders by season' quiz

Dallas Cowboys News / Yardbarker / August 3

Tony Romo could return to CBS in a completely different role

Tony Romo may eventually return from his leave of absence, but that does not guarantee CBS will place him right back alongside Jim Nantz.

Romo’s CBS future takes a troubling turn after arrest

Report: Romo may be finished at CBS

J.J. Watt could make Romo's return to CBS far more complicated

Citation: Open alcohol bottle found in Romo's vehicle

Vikings suspend DBs coach Gerald Alexander for three weeks

Lions coach: Terrion Arnold release 'unfortunate' but necessary

NFL News / Yardbarker / March 13

J.J. Watt seems to buy theory about Ravens' pivot from Crosby to Hendrickson

J.J. Watt seems to buy theory about Ravens' pivot from Raiders' Maxx Crosby to Trey Hendrickson

During a Thursday appearance on "The Pat McAfee Show," Watt seemed to make his feelings quite clear regarding the biggest football-related story of March.

Bears GM Ryan Poles opens up about pursuit of Raiders' Maxx Crosby

Will Cowboys' Jerry Jones try to land Raiders' Maxx Crosby after Ravens backed out of trade?

Raiders reportedly prepared to make stunning Maxx Crosby move after Ravens back out of trade

Who had the greatest QB season for every NFL team?

The 'NFL tackles-for-loss leaders' quiz

Davante Adams News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Most 10-TD catch NFL seasons' quiz

How many of the 39 players in the NFL's Super Bowl era (since 1966) to catch at least 10 touchdowns in three or more seasons can you name in six minutes?

The 'NFL active rushing leaders' quiz

The '2026 NFL Week 1 starting QBs' quiz

The '5+ 1K-receiving-yard NFL seasons' quiz

The 'NFL 100-touchdown club' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker / February 5

Myles Garrett joins rare club with unanimous DPOY Award

Myles Garrett joins rare club with unanimous Defensive Player Of Year Award

The 2025 NFL Defensive Player of the Year award was probably the easiest one to project out of all the awards that were being announced on Thursday night.

Kevin Durant reveals which NFL star impressed him most this season

Who has the most Super Bowl rings?

The most significant worst-to-first NFL teams

The 'Most sacks in an NFL season' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker

When will every NFL team lose its first game in 2026?

All 32 teams have hope for a perfect 17-0 regular season as another year begins, but the odds aren't in their favor. As the season opens, we predict the first loss for each team in 2026.

Buffalo Bills News / Yardbarker / December 21

Bills RB James Cook's 44-yard TD against Browns amazed J.J. Watt

CBS analyst/former Houston Texans defensive lineman J.J. Watt just became an even bigger fan of Buffalo Bills running back James Cook.

Bills signing four-time Pro Bowler after he got waived by division rival

Tom Brady Didn’t Hide His Mixed Feelings About Josh Allen and the Bills

The 25 best NFL nicknames of all-time

The 'NFL rushing TD leaders since 2000' quiz

New England Patriots News / Yardbarker / August 17, 2025

A look at what's new in the 2025 NFL season

The NFL’s upcoming regular season will bring plenty of changes, both on and off the field. While some will be obvious, others may be overlooked by casual fans. Here’s what to watch for in 2025.

NFL proposed 'lengthy suspension' for Chiefs WR Rashee Rice

NFL preseason roundup: Saints rally late to tie Jaguars

Five veteran NFL players who might not be back in 2025

25 NFL storylines to keep an eye on heading into the 2025 season

The 'NFL head coach with multiple Super Bowls' quiz

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Yardbarker / May 28, 2025

J.J. Watt carefully addresses Steelers, T.J. Watt situation

Pittsburgh Steelers star pass-rusher T.J. Watt is in the final year of his contract, so eyebrows understandably were raised when he wasn't spotted as the Steelers opened the organized team activities portion of the offseason program on Tuesday.

Steelers insider sounds 'alarm bells' regarding Aaron Rodgers situation

What analyst finds 'interesting' about Steelers, T.J. Watt situation

Steelers legend expands on defense of Browns' Kenny Pickett

The 25 worst NFL teams from the modern era

The 'NFL 100-sack club members' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker / April 14, 2025

J.J. Watt shares details from the round he played at Augusta

J.J. Watt shares surprising details from the round he played at Augusta

J.J. Watt had an opportunity to play at Augusta National Golf Club the day after Rory McIlroy won the Masters, and it sounds like the former NFL star more than held his own.

Rory McIlroy claims career Grand Slam with Masters win

Rory McIlroy shares powerful four-word social media post after Masters win

Rory McIlroy received unexpected note from past Masters champion

Tiger Woods welcomes Rory McIlroy to exclusive club after Masters win

Bryson DeChambeau shares message for Rory McIlroy after Masters

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Yardbarker / April 7, 2025

J.J. Watt gives shoutout to 'criminally underrated' NFL player

J.J. Watt has received plenty of recognition for being one of the best defensive players to ever take an NFL field, and the former Houston Texans star believes one current linebacker deserves more of it.

Why Todd Bowles isn't worried about Buccaneers again having a new offensive coordinator

Why Jaguars HC Liam Coen is thankful he had 'honest conversations' with Buccaneers' Baker Mayfield

NFL Draft countdown: Focus on Buccaneers' first-round pick at No. 19

The best NFL seasons that didn't result in an MVP award

The 'Most recent 100-reception season for each NFL team' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 30, 2024

J.J. Watt roasts Giants lineman who talked trash about brother T.J. after loss

CBS Sports NFL analyst J.J. Watt, brother to T.J., came with the receipts for "The Pat McAfee Show" on Wednesday.

Watch: Steelers' Calvin Austin III returns a punt for TD on 'MNF'

'MNF' takeaways: Steelers' Monday night dominance continues over Giants

Steelers rookie CB calls shot on game-sealing interception: 'I was gonna win the game that drive'

25 all-time NFL greats who never won a Super Bowl ring

The 'NFL sack leaders of the decade' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker

The significant NFL players returning from injury in 2026

Be it stars returning from late-season injuries to starter-level players who missed most or all of last season, the NFL features a host of rehab odysseys to follow as training camps near.

Houston Texans News / Yardbarker / August 8, 2024

Texans' Danielle Hunter chose new uniform number 'out of respect' for franchise legend

Defensive end Danielle Hunter wore No. 99 during his eight-year career with the Vikings. Now with the Texans, Hunter is switching to No. 55 "out of respect" for a franchise legend.

Bills QB Josh Allen again opens up about Stefon Diggs trade

Mike Tomlin announces seven Steelers who won't play in preseason opener

AFC training-camp disappointments: Patriots, Steelers have WR issues

25 NFL legends who never won a Super Bowl ring

The 'Most touchdowns in a season for every NFL franchise' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker / July 11, 2024

Projecting three future Hall of Famers for the Houston Texans

Here are three Houston Texans who should eventually receive football immortality.

Projecting three future Hall of Famers for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers

Projecting three future Hall of Famers for the Detroit Lions

Projecting three future Hall of Famers for the Chicago Bears

The worst NFL teams from the past 50 years

The 'Recent seasons with 1,000 receiving yards' quiz

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The 'Most 10-TD catch NFL seasons' quiz

The 'NFL's active passing-leaders' quiz

The '2026 NFL Week 1 starting QBs' quiz

The 'Last 1st-round QB by NFL team' quiz

Houston Texans News / Yardbarker / May 5, 2024

J.J. Watt reveals his thoughts on a potential NFL comeback

J.J. Watt retired following the 2022 season, but would he be willing to lace up his cleats again?

Are the Dolphins, QB Tua Tagovailoa moving toward an extension?

Rams head coach Sean McVay addresses Matthew Stafford’s future

Commanders GM addresses team's No. 2 draft selection of Jayden Daniels

Former All-Pro CB is medically cleared for football activities

Report: Deal between ESPN, NFL could be finalized very soon

NFL News / Yardbarker / April 14, 2024

J.J. Watt reveals the team he wishes he got to play for before retiring

When J.J. Watt became a free agent for the first time in his NFL career in 2021, there were a limited number of teams that he actually wanted to play for.

Packers, Eagles set for Friday night opener in Brazil

Green Bay Packers Interested In Maxx Crosby-Esque Pass-Rusher

NFL exec believes Green Bay Packers will make this trade in draft

Aaron Donald: T.J. Watt now best defensive player in NFL

The best players who never won a Super Bowl

NFL News / Yardbarker / September 29, 2023

J.J. Watt reveals if he could return to NFL

J.J. Watt reveals if he could un-retire, return to NFL

Defensive superstar J.J. Watt sounds committed to remaining retired even though he suggested he could offer plenty to a Super Bowl contender at the age of 34.

Watt has interesting take on MVP award

David Bakhtiari likely out for season; Packers LT not contemplating retirement

Seahawks' Jamal Adams has major revelation about his career

Report reveals what went down with Ezekiel Elliott, Cowboys

Lions star WR gets ultimate revenge on Packers fans

NFL News / Yardbarker / September 28, 2023

J.J. Watt has interesting take on NFL MVP award

J.J. Watt’s list of accomplishments is second to none. But was he robbed of a league MVP?

Sportsbooks place Dolphins QB Tua Tagovailoa back atop MVP race

Tagovailoa earns an NFL honor last achieved by a Dolphin 30 years ago

Could 49ers' Brock Purdy win MVP over Dolphins' Tagovailoa?

The best players who never won a Super Bowl

The 'NFL Pro Bowl quarterbacks' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker / June 28, 2023

J.J. Watt reveals why he retired after 2022 NFL season

Defensive superstar J.J. Watt revealed that the birth of his son, Koa James Watt, this past fall impacted his decision to retire.

Tickets for Chiefs-Dolphins game in Germany sold out within minutes

Insider explains linking Kirk Cousins with the 49ers, Rams

Is Steelers’ Connor Heyward in line for increased offensive role?

Insider reveals update on relationship between Stefon Diggs, Bills

NFLPA executive director vote imminent

NFL News / Yardbarker / June 19, 2023

CBS, others made offers to J.J. Watt for NFL coverage

CBS, others made offers to former star DE for NFL coverage

Three television networks are hoping to add J.J. Watt to their NFL coverage.

J.J. Watt reveals why he won’t sign one-day contract to retire with Texans

Three potential candidates for the Texans' Ring of Honor

The best players who never won a Super Bowl

The 'Replacements for notable NFL QBs' quiz

Houston Texans News / Yardbarker / June 12, 2023

Texans to honor J.J. Watt after messy breakup

The Houston Texans and retired superstar J.J. Watt are beginning the new chapter of their relationship on positive terms.

Three-time Pro Bowler to skip Vikings minicamp during dispute

Longtime Patriots veteran no-shows minicamp amid contract negotiations

Buccaneers Pro Bowler makes telling move after trade request

Jaguars OLB Josh Allen critical of 2022 production, ready to grow

13-year veteran wants to 'finish' his career with the Steelers

NFL News / Yardbarker / June 2, 2023

Three-time DPOY blasts media over early criticisms of rookies

Retired NFL superstar J.J. Watt doesn't want to hear criticisms about rookie players before training camps even open. "'Rookie has rough practice in his first week of OTAs,'" Watt said in a video he shared on social media, per Justin Terranova of the New York Post.

Giants' fifth-round pick named potential sleeper candidate

...and may have found their return specialist at OTAs

Did Steelers get two starting CBs in draft?

Cardinals RB addresses doubters amid tanking claims

Texans Pro Football Hall of Fame watch

NFL News / Yardbarker / May 29, 2023

Recently retired NFL star predicts if Giants or Jets will have better season

Three-time Defensive Player of the Year and five-time All-Pro J.J. Watt was recently asked who he thought would have a better season between the Giants and the Jets.

New York Giants stock up, stock down

Report: Jets and Star DT closer to an extension

Are the Giants serious contenders to land DeAndre Hopkins?

The worst teams to make the NFL playoffs

Arizona Cardinals News / Yardbarker / February 22, 2023

Retired defensive end J.J. Watt reacts to NFL's drug-testing request

Three-time Defensive Player of the Year J.J. Watt retired from the NFL in December, but the league is still attempting to drug-test him.

Cardinals WR Robbie Anderson has legally changed his name to “Chosen”

Kyler Murray influenced Jonathan Gannon’s decision to accept Arizona HC position

The best players who never won a Super Bowl

The 'NFL sack leaders' quiz

Arizona Cardinals News / Yardbarker / February 10, 2023

J.J. Watt won't send letter to NFL confirming retirement

On Friday, responding to a Tweet regarding Tom Brady filing his retirement letter with the NFL, Watt passed on doing the same but still confirmed he's hanging up his cleats for good.

J.J. Watt says he's 'all in' on the Steelers

Kliff Kingsbury meeting with Texans for potential job on staff

Texans to interview Cardinals' Matt Burke for DC job

Which NFL teams were the biggest all-time letdowns?

The 'Starting QBs from Week 14 of the 2006 NFL season' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker / February 12, 2023

J.J. Watt says he's 'all-in' on the Steelers

Steelers fans have always dreamed of a day when all three Watt brothers would play together in the Steel City. However, with J.J. Watt's recent retirement, they may just have to settle for the next best thing.

Steelers' TJ Watt Weighs In On Sibling Clash in 2023 Super Bowl

Steelers Star TJ Watt Details The Impact Brian Flores Had On Team In 2022

Steelers Select Mammoth Offensive Linemen In 1st Mock Draft From The Athletic

A QB could be among potential cuts by Steelers

ESPN draft re-do: Steelers lose offensive weapon to arch-rival, but grab 2022 top-3 pick

Arizona Cardinals News / Yardbarker / December 27, 2022

J.J. Watt leaving NFL with gold jacket in future

After 12 seasons and plenty of accolades, Watt shared on Tuesday that he will retire from the league after the season. His next stop is sure to be in Canton, Ohio, to unveil his Hall of Fame bust.

Watt to retire after 2022 season

Former coach Wade Phillips puts Watt in class with Reggie White, Bruce Smith

Looking back at the year Watt scored five touchdowns as a defensive lineman

Watch: Watt's emotional last moments at State Farm Stadium

Relive Watt's first career sack