Watt wins the Deacon Jones Award
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Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker T.J. Watt has won the Deacon Jones Award for leading the NFL in sacks in the 2023 season. This is the third time Watt has won the award, making him the only player in NFL history to lead the league in sacks three times. He also broke the Steelers' all-time sack record, finishing the season with 96.5 career sacks. Watt was named AFC Defensive Player of the Year, selected to multiple All-Pro teams, and voted the Steelers' MVP for the fourth time in his career. Coaches and teammates praise Watt's work ethic and passion for the game.
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