J.
J. Watt.
J.
J. Watt.
Wisconsin· 6'5"· 290 lb· 4.81s 40
Watt's power, agility, and motor made him a perfect fit for a 3-4 defensive end role, particularly in a system emphasizing disruption and versatility.
Year 1 starter as a 3-4 DE, with the ceiling to be a perennial All-Pro and Defensive Player of the Year candidate, cornerstone of any defense.
A purely two-gap 3-4 system that asks him to constantly absorb blocks and occupy gaps rather than penetrate and make plays.
Watt's unique blend of size, speed, and technique allows him to excel in various fronts, but he thrives in schemes that unleash his pass-rushing ability and allow for interior disruption.
Selected #11 overall in Round 1 of the 2011 NFL Draft by Houston Texans out of Wisconsin.
Relative Athletic Score (Kent Lee Platte) benchmarks combine/pro-day numbers against every measured prospect at the position since 1987. 10.00 is elite; 5.00 is average.
— — — positional median (p50)
- 40 yd
- 4.81sp50
- Vertical
- 37inp50
- Broad jump
- 120inp50
- Three-cone
- 6.88sp50
- Shuttle
- 4.21sp50
- Bench
- 34repp50
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J.J. Watt played 10 seasons for the Houston Texans and 2 for the Arizona Cardinals. He was one of the most dominant defensive players of his era, winning Defensive Player of the Year three times.
Data note: No verified college season lines are available for this player from our statistical sources.