OCTOBER 2, 2022 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM
J.J. WATT
J.J. Watt injury update: Cardinals' DE announces heart went into A-Fib, playing after being 'shocked back into rhythm' J.J. Watt's announcement surprised the NFL world and raised questions about whether he should play through the medical issue.
Arizona Cardinals' J.J. Watt self-reports irregular heart beat, plans to play Sunday J.J. Watt had a health scare this week, but plans to play Sunday at Carolina for the Arizona Cardinals.
OCTOBER 2, 2022 • AZCENTRAL.COM
Plans to play despite heart issue Watt (calf) said Sunday via his personal Twitter account that he is planning to play Sunday against the Panthers despite having his heart shocked Thursday.
Impact Watt is listed on the injury report this week with a calf injury, but it appears that is not the only health issue he is dealing with. Watt's condition certainly sounds worrisome, but it's looking like it will not prevent him from suiting up for Week 4.
OCTOBER 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
J.J. Watt thankful to be playing after atrial fibrillation
Arizona Cardinals defensive end JOCTOBER 2, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
J.J. Watt: I'm playing 4 days after having A-fib Arizona Cardinals star edge rusher J.J. Watt went into atrial fibrillation on Wednesday, had his heart shocked back into rhythm Thursday and...
OCTOBER 2, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM
Returns to limited practice Friday Watt (calf) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Panthers, Josh Weinfuss of ESPN.com reports.
Impact Watt returned to practice in a limited fashion Friday after logging back-to-back DNPs due to a lingering calf issue. The veteran pass rusher sat out the season opener due to the injury, but he's played at least 60 percent of the team's defensive snaps in each of the last two games, totaling three tackles, two sacks and one pass defense.
SEPTEMBER 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
No activity yet this week Watt (calf) was a non-participant at Thursday's practice, Tyler Drake of ArizonaSports.com reports.
Impact Unlike Weeks 2 and 3, when Watt handled some practice reps before being available on both game days, he's yet to mix into drills this week. He has one more opportunity Friday to make an appearance, but even if he doesn't, defensive coordinator Vance Joseph is hopeful the pass rusher will be able to play Sunday in Carolina, per Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site.
SEPTEMBER 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Missing another practice Watt (calf) was not spotted at the start of Thursday's practice, Jose M. Romero of The Arizona Republic reports.
Impact Watt's status is worth monitoring, as if he isn't able to practice in any capacity Friday it will bode poorly for his chances of suiting up Week 4 versus the Panthers. The veteran has recorded a sack in back-to-back games, and he played over 60 percent of defensive snaps in each contest.
SEPTEMBER 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Doesn't practice Wednesday Watt (calf) didn't practice Wednesday, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
Impact Watt continues to deal with a hip injury that sidelined him for the season opener. The star defensive end made his season debut in Week 2 and was limited the following Wednesday. However, he was cleared for Week 3 after logging a full practice Friday. Watt's absence from practice this Wednesday is concerning, but it also may wind up just being a vet-rest day. Regardless, IDP fantasy managers should monitor Watt's status throughout the week before locking him into lineups.
SEPTEMBER 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Records another sack Sunday Watt posted one sack during Sunday's 20-12 defeat to the Rams.
Impact The sack was Watt's only contribution in the box score Week 3, but the 10-yard loss eventually led to a Riley Dixon punt two plays later. Watt now has a sack in both appearances this season but otherwise has just one more tackle and a pass defense on his ledger. He may be sack-dependent at this point in his career, making him a hit-or-miss option in IDP leagues.
SEPTEMBER 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Ready to roll Watt (calf) does not have an injury designation after logging a full practice Friday, Josh Weinfuss of ESPN.com reports.
Impact Watt practiced at least in part every day leading up to the Cardinals' Week 3 matchup against the Rams. He'll be ready to roll Sunday and should be in line to play a significant role along the defensive line. In one game this season, Watt recorded two tackles, a sack and a pass defended.
SEPTEMBER 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
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Limited Wednesday Watt (calf) was a limited participant at Wednesday's practice, Tyler Drake of ArizonaSports.com reports.
Impact Watt made his season debut this past Sunday at Las Vegas after sitting out Week 1 due to a calf injury. He was able to play 42 of 67 defensive snaps (63 percent) and finished with two tackles, including a sack. Until the aforementioned health concern is completely behind him, Watt may be listed on Cardinals injury reports, but his ability to practice Wednesday likely means his availability isn't in danger for Sunday's contest versus the Rams.
SEPTEMBER 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Cardinals' J.J. Watt has great mic'd up reaction to Kyler Murray's epic 2-point scramble: 'One of the funniest things I've ever seen' J.J. Watt was impressed with Kyler Murray's big-time scramble against the Raiders.
SEPTEMBER 21, 2022 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM
J.J. Watt suffers significant knee injury, more than ACL tear J.J. Watt was distraught as he left the field on a cart in the first quarter of Sunday night’s game.
SEPTEMBER 20, 2022 • SANDIEGOUNIONTRIBUNE.COM
Clear for season debut Watt (calf) is active for Sunday's game at Las Vegas, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
Impact Watt was sidelined for Arizona's season-opening defeat to the Chiefs, but he appears to be putting his calf injury in the rearview mirror. While he is suiting up Sunday, he may operate under a snap count considering how muddled his medical chart is at this point in his career. Still, Watt will join Markus Golden and Dennis Gardeck as the team's top pass rushers.
SEPTEMBER 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
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SEPTEMBER 18, 2022 • AZCARDINALS.COM
Expected to make season debut Watt (calf), who is listed as questionable, is expected to suit up for Sunday's game against the Raiders, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Impact Watt seems a likely candidate to operate on a snap count if active, but his presence will be a notable boon for Arizona's defense. Official word on Watt's status will come from the Cardinals roughly 90 minutes prior to Sunday's 4:25 p.m. ET kickoff.
SEPTEMBER 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Deemed questionable for Sunday Watt (calf) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Raiders, Josh Weinfuss of ESPN.com reports.
Impact Watt didn't practice Wednesday after sitting out Week 1, but he returned to practice in a limited fashion Thursday and Friday, giving him a chance to make his season debut Sunday. The veteran defensive end has played double-digit games only four times over his last six seasons, so Arizona will likely be cautious thrusting him back into game action.
SEPTEMBER 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Upgrades to limited activity Watt (calf) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice, Tyler Drake of ArizonaSports.com reports.
Impact Watt has been attending to a calf injury, which ultimately held him out of both Sunday's season opener against the Chiefs and Wednesday's practice. However, the 33-year-old commented on his return to Thursday's session and said, "It was a good day of work, good first day back out there (at practice). I'll get some more tomorrow and then go from there," per Drake. Although Watt remains questionable to suit up Sunday against the Raiders, his ability to practice in any capacity is certainly a step in the right direction. Expect Friday's practice/injury report to provide additional clarity regarding the veteran's Week 2 availability.
SEPTEMBER 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
J.J. Watt 'Would Imagine' He Will Make 2022 Debut In Las Vegas Cardinals defensive end returns to practice while calf heals
SEPTEMBER 15, 2022 • AZCARDINALS.COM
Remains sidelined at practice Watt (calf) was a non-participant at practice Wednesday, Kevin Parrish Jr. of the Cardinals' official site reports.
Impact Coach Kliff Kingsbury termed Watt "day-to-day" on Monday, and he didn't elaborate much more Wednesday, saying, "We'll see," regarding his status for Week 2 at Las Vegas. Whenever Watt is healthy enough for his season debut, he'll operate with Markus Golden as the Cardinals' top pass-rushing options.
SEPTEMBER 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Cardinals have to improve in a hurry after dreadful Week 1
The Arizona Cardinals insisted all was well with the franchise even after last year’s late-season collapse and a lackluster offseasonSEPTEMBER 12, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
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Huntley, Likely shine as Ravens beat Cardinals 24-17
Rookie tight end Isaiah Likely caught eight passes for 100 yards and a touchdown and the Baltimore Ravens ran their preseason winning streak to 22 games, beating the Arizona Cardin...AUGUST 22, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
