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T.J. Watt’s elite status is under fire after ESPN ranked him seventh among edge rushers — a steep drop from his recent top-two finishes. His 2025 season was marred by a collapsed lung from dry needling, a low pass rush win rate, and just seven sacks — far below his usual double-digit output. While still a force with over 115 sacks and 500+ tackles, evaluators note his explosiveness has faded, likely due to lower-body injuries. With younger stars like Alex Highsmith and Nick Herbig now sharing the defensive spotlight, Watt’s reps may be split — making a comeback tougher. At 32, can he prove he’s still elite, or is this the start of a decline?

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