JJ Watt shared a heartfelt message with Houston Texans fans upon the announcement of his return to the city. Having left the Texans officially in 2020 after a decade-long tenure, Watt, a three-time NFL Defensive Player of the Year, expressed gratitude for the community’s acceptance during his time in Houston. Despite departing to join the Arizona Cardinals, Watt maintained a strong connection with Houston. The Texans, recognizing his contributions,
revealed their plan to induct him into the Houston Texans Ring of Honor during the upcoming off-season, making him the third person to receive this honor alongside Robert C. McNair and Andre Johnson. In a emotional video posted on Twitter by the Houston Texans’ official account, Watt reminisced about his arrival in Houston 12 years ago, acknowledging the warmth and acceptance of the community. He expressed pride in being a Texan and thanked the fans for embracing him as part of their family, highlighting the shared memories and moments, both on and off the field.
