Steelers Representative Dani Watt Sparks Social Media Buzz with 7-Word Statement in Thursday Interview After Husband TJ Watt Misses Official NFL Honors 2026 Finalists
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
The 2026 NFL Honors race took an unexpected turn when TJ Watt, the Pittsburgh Steelers’ defensive star, was shockingly left off the official list of finalists for the prestigious Defensive Player of the Year award. However, the real buzz came not from the NFL, but from an emotional response by his wife, Dani Watt, that quickly went viral across social media.
In a Thursday interview following the announcement, Dani Watt made a powerful statement that caught the attention of Steelers fans and the broader NFL community alike. With just seven simple words, she addressed the exclusion of her husband, creating a wave of support and solidarity for the Steelers' defensive leader.

"Forever proud of you. Always. No matter what."
The seven words were all it took to express Dani’s unwavering support for TJ in the face of what many considered a snub. While the exclusion of TJ Watt from the top finalists for the NFL Honors, especially after a stellar 2025 season where he posted 17 sacks and led the Steelers defense, left many fans stunned, Dani’s message captured the essence of loyalty and love that transcends individual accolades.
TJ Watt had been a top contender for the award, after a season that saw him dominate the pass rush and anchor Pittsburgh’s defense. His omission from the finalists was met with widespread disbelief, with many questioning the criteria and process behind the voting.
Dani Watt’s response was met with an outpouring of support from Steelers Nation and beyond. Fans flooded social media, praising her for standing by her husband with such a concise yet powerful expression of love and pride.
TJ Watt’s absence from the NFL Honors finalists may have been a surprise, but Dani’s seven-word statement reminded everyone that family, pride, and commitment to each other are the true honors that last beyond any trophy or recognition. While the NFL may have overlooked him, for Dani, TJ will always be a winner.













