T.J. Watt Ready to Roll

T.J. Watt Ready to Roll

one year ago

T.J. Watt and the Pittsburgh Steelers' dominant defensive line could give San Francisco 49ers trouble in Week 1. Watt tore his pectoral muscle in the first game of 2022 and missed seven games. His absence severely hurt the Steelers' entire defense. The Steelers allowed eight fewer points in games in which Watt was active, and fellow defensive linemen Alex Highsmith and Cameron Heyward made more sacks. The 49ers offensive line sits near the league average. It declined in quality a little bit since last season as tackle Mike McGlinchey left in free agency. Niners QB Brock Purdy has been sacked at least once in each of his past four games. It is a good bet to expect that the streak will extend to five games on Sunday.

Source: NFL.com