Following his recent retirement from professional football, former Houston Texans star J.J. Watt is embarking on a new career path as a studio analyst for CBS Sports. This exciting transition marks another significant step for Watt since leaving the NFL, following his and his wife Kealia's investment in Burnley Football Club, recently promoted to the Premier League.

Before investing in Burnley, Watt famously immersed himself in the local culture through a pub crawl to better understand the team's history, traditions, and fanbase. Watt's enthusiasm for his new role is evident in his Twitter announcement. He expressed his deep love for the game and his excitement to join the CBS Sports team, contributing insights gained from his 12-year NFL career alongside broadcasting veterans like James Brown, Bill Cowher, Boomer Esiason, Phil Simms, and Nate Burleson.

Drafted by the Texans in 2011, Watt spent a decade in Houston before concluding his playing career with the Arizona Cardinals. His impressive record includes 114.5 sacks and three Defensive Player of the Year awards, as well as the prestigious Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year honor in 2017.

CBS Sports President David Berson expressed great enthusiasm for Watt's addition, highlighting his unique perspective and anticipating fan enjoyment of his contributions. Watt's legacy with the Texans will be further cemented with his induction into their Ring of Honor during their Week 4 game against the Pittsburgh Steelers.