J.J. Watt found a silver lining while quarantining over the spring and summer months. The Texans' star defensive end said he feels as good as he has since his prime years. 

It's that time of year again, when NFL players cast their votes to identify the best in the league heading into the 2020 NFL season. 

As the sports world continues to figure out how to navigate practicing and playing amid a pandemic, the Texans DE is cheering on the Red Stars' forward from farther away than he'd like. 

First and foremost, Texans defensive end believes playing or not playing preseason games is about safety, but worries about bubble players not getting chance. 

Texans DE J.J. Watt and Browns QB Baker Mayfield have become the latest prominent players to address the possibility of protests during the national anthem at NFL games this season.

In this edition of Press Coverage, Judy Battista, Jeffri Chadiha, Michael Silver and Jim Trotter discuss NFL reaction to George Floyd's death. What's the significance of prominent white players speaking up on police brutality against African Americans?

J.J. Watt currently has two years left on his contract, but no guaranteed money. That situation, however, does not mean the Texans star defender is looking for a new deal.

Houston's offense received an influx of talent this offseason, but Jeffri Chadiha says the Texans' potential as serious title contenders still revolves around the J.J. Watt-led defense.

Lawrence Taylor is generally considered the greatest defensive player ever. What would J.J. Watt need to do in order to throw his hat into the ring? Willie McGinest identifies five keys.

With plenty of fantasy championships on the line, Marcas Grant looks toward a familiar name to return to his star status for IDP owners. More on that in this week's Reading the Defense.

Find out the best starts and sits for your D/ST positions in Michael Fabiano's Week 3 Start'Em, Sit 'Em list. Get reading!

J.J. Watt was being J.J. Watt in Week 1. But what does Week 2 hold for IDP fantasy enthusiasts? Marcas Grant looks both back and ahead in the latest Reading the Defense.

In a quarterback-driven league, it's hard to imagine J.J. Watt actually winning the MVP award. But Bucky Brooks says the Houston Texans dynamo is the top player in the NFL -- and here's why.

The Texans are a must start defense against the Jaguars this week according to Michael Fabiano. Get all of your Week 14 starts and sits at defense here.

As the fantasy football playoffs get underway, Marcas Grant looks at who's trending up and who's trending down. Plus a look at why IDP owners are ahead of the curve on J.J. Watt.

Are the Arizona Cardinals bound to tank with Drew Stanton under center? Can J.J. Watt win MVP? As we enter the home stretch of the regular season, Adam Schein analyzes hot topics.

Lamarr Houston has the youth and versatility to garner plenty of interest in free agency. Elliot Harrison says the defensive end could be a perfect acquisition for one sack-starved AFC South team.

Houston Texans DE J.J. Watt continued his busy offseason by throwing out a 73 mph ceremonial first pitch Sunday night to get the 2013 Major League Baseball season under way.

Heading into the 2013 NFL Draft, teams across the NFL are searching for a disruptive dynamo in the mold of J.J. Watt. Bucky Brooks provides three candidates, including SMU's Margus Hunt.

Matt Schaub is an easy target for criticism after the Houston Texans saw their season end in Foxborough on Sunday. Teammates J.J. Watt and Chris Myers are standing by their quarterback.

Victor Cruz and the New York Giants have reached out to members of the Newtown, Conn., community who will attend Sunday's game against the Philadelphia Eagles.

It's hard to imagine where the Houston Texans would be this season without J.J. Watt. His teammates would like to see the pass-rushing behemoth recognized as the NFL's MVP.

At 5-0, J.J. Watt and the Houston Texans are making their case as the NFL's most dominant team. Daniel Jeremiah says they definitely reign when it comes to one all-important statistic: sack differential.

Cynthia Frelund names her top 7 early candidates for 2020 Comeback Player of the Year.

NFL Network's Brian Baldinger breaks down the game where Houston Texans defensive end J.J. Watt dominated the Buffalo Bills in Week 4 of 2014.

Watch the best plays from the Top 100 players of 2020 ranked 50 to 41.

The Houston Texans defensive end makes it onto the NFL's "Top 100 Players" ranking for the eighth straight year.

NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport reports the latest on negotiations between the NFL and NFLPA.

Houston Texans defensive end J.J. Watt joins NFL Network's Willie McGinest for an interview.

Watch as the Indianapolis Colts take on the Houston Texans in an AFC Wild Card showdown.

NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport discusses how Houston Texans defensive end J.J. Watt's contract situation mirrors Von Miller's.

NFL Network's James Palmer reports the latest on defensive end J.J. Watt's contract situation with the Houston Texans.

Houston Texans defensive end J.J. Watt pumps up the Texans with a pregame speech before the AFC Divisional Round against the Kansas City Chiefs.

Houston Texans defensive end J.J. Watt passes with fans before AFC Divisional Round against the Kansas City Chiefs.

Houston Texans defensive end J.J. Watt discusses his return from injury and quarterback Deshaun Watson's performance against the Buffalo Bills in the AFC Wild Card Round.

Houston Texans defensive end J.J. Watt ambushes Josh Allen for powerful sack.

Houston Texans defensive end J.J. Watt breezes by the Oakland Raiders offensive line for a 6-yard tackle for loss.

Houston Texans defensive end J.J. Watt bats down Oakland Raiders quarterback Derek Carr's throw.

Watch the highlights from the Week 5 matchup between the Atlanta Falcons and Houston Texans.

Watch the highlights from the Week 4 matchup between the Carolina Panthers and the Houston Texans.

Can't-Miss Play: Houston Texans defensive end J.J. Watt delivers ridiculous strip-sack all by himself.

Houston Texans defensive lineman J.J. Watt sacks Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Philip Rivers.

Houston Texans defensive lineman J.J. Watt sacks quarterback Los Angles Chargers quarterback Philip Rivers.

Houston Texans defensive end J.J. Watt and linebacker Benardrick McKinney sack Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Philip Rivers.

Houston Texans defensive lineman J.J. Watt breaks child's bike while riding to practice.

Houston Texans defensive end J.J. Watt discusses importance of Texans' chemistry ahead of 2019 season.

Houston Texans defensive end J.J. Watt joins "NFL Total Access" to talk about his offseason, 2019 expectations, AFC South rivalries and more.

NFL Network's David Carr and free agent defensive lineman Andre Fluellen discuss what is the best quarterback matchup to watch against Houston Texans defensive end J.J. Watt in the 2019 season.