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It’s done.
The release of JJ Watt from Texans becomes official at 16:00 ET when his name appears on the league’s deal report.
Watt’s departure will mean Tom Brady leaving the Patriots, Emmitt Smith leaving the Cowboys, Earl Campbell leaving the Oilers and Andre Johnson leaving the Texans. Seeing Watt in another team jersey will get used to.
Watt and the Texans announced his departure from the team earlier in the day.
Watt, who turns 32 next month, ended his ten seasons in Houston with three honors from Defensive Player of the Year, Walter Payton Man of the Year, 101 bags and three touchdowns. The Texans will no doubt honor him in some way, and Watt will no doubt one day make the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
However, that will come later after his career ends. Watt still has a few pockets to make, and he hopes to win a ring.