Every year for more than half a century, the Steelers have awarded a team MVP, voted upon by all the players on the team. And no player in franchise history has received that award as many times as T.J. Watt.
Watt has been announced as the 2024 winner of the Steelers MVP award. He also won it in 2023, 2021, 2020 and 2019.
The Steelers have had a lot of Hall of Famers in their franchise history, but none of them won the team MVP four times: Joe Greene, Franco Harris, Mel Blount, Donnie Shell each won it once, Terry Bradshaw, John Stallworth and Jack Lambert each won it twice, and Rod Woodson and Jerome Bettis each won it three times. The only other Steeler to win it four times before Watt was Antonio Brown. The Steelers have been choosing a team MVP for 56 years.
“It’s awesome,” said Watt. “It’s a great honor that I don’t take lightly. It matters most that the guys that see what I do each and every day, and to have it come from them means a lot to me.”
For Watt to stand apart on a franchise with as rich a history as the Steelers represents an enormous achievement, and a big part of a Hall of Fame résumé.
The Pittsburgh Steelers have announced that T.J. Watt has been voted by his teammates as the team’s MVP for the fifth time, setting a new franchise record. Watt, who has been a dominant force on defense for the Steelers, has consistently shown his value to the team and his teammates have recognized his contributions once again.
Watt, who was also named the team’s MVP in 2017, 2018, 2019, and 2020, has solidified himself as one of the top defensive players in the league. His relentless pass-rushing ability, strong run defense, and overall impact on the field have made him a crucial piece of the Steelers’ defense.
With this latest MVP award, Watt now holds the record for the most MVP honors in Steelers history, surpassing previous record holders such as Troy Polamalu and Hines Ward. His dedication to the game, work ethic, and leadership have endeared him to his teammates and fans alike.
As the Steelers head into the playoffs, having Watt at the top of his game will be crucial for their success. His ability to disrupt opposing offenses and make game-changing plays will be key as the team looks to make a deep postseason run.
Congratulations to T.J. Watt on this impressive achievement and here’s to many more MVP honors in the future. Steeler Nation is lucky to have such a talented and dedicated player leading their defense.
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