The Arizona Cardinals believe defensive end J.J. Watt is one of the best players in the NFL. They were thrilled to be able to sign him after he was released by the Houston Texans.
He is still recognized as such by his peers. He made the NFL “Top 100 Players” list for the ninth year in a row, one of only four players to do so. The other three are quarterbacks Tom Brady, Aaron Rodgers and Russell Wilson.
He comes in at No. 66.
While his ranking has slipped over the years, he still is there and players have an incredible amount of respect for him.
Los Angeles Rams left tackle Andrew Whitworth said in the videoclip that Watt does more to impact a defense than just sacks and that his work ethic will be big for the Cardinals.
Patriots running back Damien Harris said he is still a player that offenses must pay attention to on every snap.
The Cardinals believe he still has a lot left in the tank and, especially pairing him with Chandler Jones, will have a big year.
It is something they are counting on.
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