J.J. Watt

In the dog days of the NFL offseason, optimism reigns. Contending teams are bullish on 2021, rebuilding teams are keen on the new direction and individuals become the subjects of flowery profiles. Who can you TRULY believe in? Adam Schein identifies nine bandwagons to hop on.

Will DeAndre Hopkins and the Cardinals make some playoff noise? Jim Trotter spotlights three teams that are in line to put together a deep run after falling short of the postseason in 2020.

Which roster looks best in the NFL's toughest division? Is the Rams' top-heavy blueprint built for success? Can the 49ers return to the Super Bowl with a rookie at quarterback? Gregg Rosenthal projects the starters for every team in the NFC West.

Tom Brady's Week 4 clash with Bill Belichick and Co. is arguably the most anticipated matchup of the entire 2021 NFL season, but it's not the only opportunity for retribution. Dan Hanzus pinpoints seven spicy revenge games to circle on the calendar.

The 2021 NFL schedule is out! Which spotlight matchups scream must-see TV? Adam Schein ranks the top nine prime-time games, highlighted by a Championship Sunday rematch and a highly anticipated reunion.

How much will Matthew Stafford elevate the Rams? Will the Seahawks rebound from a rocky offseason? Adam Maya provides the biggest offseason addition, most impactful loss and top draft priority for each NFC West team.

Quarterback storylines have defined this offseason in the AFC South. Adam Maya assesses where the division's four teams stand heading into the 2021 NFL Draft, highlighting top additions, crucial losses, draft priorities and more.

In this edition of the Scout's Notebook, Bucky Brooks explains why a looming decision for the Jets is really a no-brainer. Plus, five high-value free agents and the impact of Arizona landing J.J. Watt.

The Saints are getting necessarily busy on the financial front as they try to work their way toward the salary cap and attempt to get under it. Plus, other news Around The NFL is monitoring on Wednesday.

While Deshaun Watson has not publicly specified exactly what he wants at this juncture, J.J. Watt knows what he wants for his friend. It's no different than what departing for Arizona provided him -- and, perhaps not coincidentally, former Texan DeAndre Hopkins -- happiness.

The presence of QB Kyler Murray, a reunion with WR DeAndre Hopkins and a familiar and friendly defensive scheme were all factors in J.J. Watt signing with the Cardinals, the standout defensive end told reporters Tuesday. 

J.J. Watt has received quite the compliment from the family of Cardinals legend Marshall Goldberg. Goldberg's daughter told TMZ Sports she gives Arizona her permission to unretire her father's number in order for Watt to wear it in 2021 and beyond.

J.J. Watt is headed west. The three-time NFL AP Defensive Player of the Year announced Monday that he's joining the Arizona Cardinals. The move prompted a slew of reaction on social media from his future teammates and around the league.

After weeks of speculation following his departure from the Houston Texans, veteran defensive end J.J. Watt revealed Monday that he will sign with the Arizona Cardinals. The team confirmed the move shortly thereafter.

Gregg Rosenthal has scoured the market to formulate NFL.com's Top 101 Free Agents of 2021. Who are the best players available in this year's class?

Everyone's shooting their social media shot at the three-time DPOY. Here are the best attempts ... so far.

It's understandable that fans may want J.J. Watt to join their favorite teams, but the free agent defensive end says he's in no rush to make a decision.

In this edition of the Scout's Notebook, Bucky Brooks identifies the three paths Pittsburgh can take at the game's most important position. Plus, the best team fits for J.J. Watt.

Last offseason, Titans GM Jon Robinson's most notable work didn't pan out; Vic Beasley, Isaiah Wilson and Jadeveon Clowney were all busts. Now, Robinson enters another offseason in which he cannot afford to see the same results.

J.J. Watt is a free agent for the first time in his career after the Houston Texans released the three-time Defensive Player of the Year on Friday. Nick Shook takes a look at nine NFL teams that could make be Watt's new home.

The J.J. Watt era in Houston is over. The three-time Defensive Player of the Year and the Texans mutually agreed to part ways on Friday.

As Tom Brady prepares to make his 10th Super Bowl appearance -- aiming to win his SEVENTH ring -- Marc Sessler yearns to see future Lombardi lifts from 10 individuals who truly span the NFL in age and experience.

Will Lamar Jackson's Ravens or Josh Allen's Bills make it to Super Bowl LVI? Gregg Rosenthal zeroes in on what each AFC team must do to replace the Chiefs atop the conference in 2021.

The Texans are at a crossroads with not only the face of their franchise -- but with their former one. While Houston has been adamant about keeping Deshaun Watson, Ian Rapoport and Mike Garafolo report the club is undecided about J.J. Watt. 

Who wouldn't want to coach Justin Herbert? Can Sam Darnold be revived? Ex-NFL GM Charley Casserly runs through the pros and cons of each head-coaching vacancy.

The 'NFL Total Access' crew discusses which non-playoff teams from 2020 could make the postseason in 2021.

NFL Network's Jim Trotter previews the Arizona Cardinals' 2021 season.

The "Around The NFL" crew breaks down the top questions for NFC West teams entering the 2021 season.

Pro Football Focus analyzes the biggest player additions in the NFC West.

NFC West Roster Reset: NFL Network's Michael Silver, Jim Trotter and Steve Wyche break down the biggest offseason changes for the Arizona Cardinals.

NFL Network's Omar Ruiz breaks down what the Arizona Cardinals want to see from their veteran free-agent signings.

The "Good Morning Football" crew discusses free agent pass rushers who will make the biggest impact on their new team.

The Arizona Cardinals share a glimpse of defensive end J.J. Watt's No. 99 jersey.

Comedian Frank Caliendo joins NFL Network's Jane Slater for an interview.

NFL Network's Charley Casserly breaks down what defensive end J.J. Watt will bring to the Arizona Cardinals.

Arizona Cardinals play-by-play announcer Dave Pasch joins "NFL Now" to discuss the Cardinals signing DE J.J. Watt and the future of the team going forward.

Next Gen Stats breaks down why defensive end J.J. Watt's sack output could spike with the Arizona Cardinals.

Arizona Cardinals defensive end J.J. Watt's introductory news conference with his new team.

Arizona Cardinals defensive end J.J. Watt bids farewell to Houston: 'I will love that place forever'.

Defensive end J.J. Watt has a message for Cardinals fans after arriving in Arizona.

NFL Network's Andrew Siciliano, Jim Trotter, NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport and Mike Garafolo discuss the factors that led to defensive end J.J. Watt signing with the Arizona Cardinals.

Watch the highlights of Houston Texans defensive end J.J. Watt from the 2020 NFL season.

Houston Chronicle writer John McClain says that he was 'shocked' that defensive end J.J. Watt chose to sign with the Arizona Cardinals.

Check out the first 100 sacks of J.J. Watt's All-Pro career.

The "Good Morning Football" crew discusses why DE J.J. Watt chose the Arizona Cardinals.

NFL Network's Bucky Brooks breaks down defensive end J.J. Watt's fit with the Arizona Cardinals defense.

NFL Network's Marc Ross shares the impact defensive end J.J. Watt will have on the Arizona Cardinals' defense.

NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport and Tom Pelissero detail defensive end J.J. Watt's new deal with the Arizona Cardinals.

NFL Network's David Carr and Marc Ross make trade packages for the New York Jets to get Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson.

NFL Network's Aditi Kinkhabwala discusses the Cleveland Browns' plans for the offseason and their salary cap space.