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Everybody has a job to do, and you just know that every day you have to do what it takes to get there. Of course, everybody has those days where you don’t feel like doing it. I’m just like anybody else in that respect. But there’s a difference between not feeling like doing it and not doing it period. J.J. Watt
If you do the bare minimum, expect bare minimum results. You want to be great, work to be great. Nothing just happens. J. J. Watt
Success isn’t owned – it’s leased. And rent is due every day. Every single day, someone’s coming for your job. Someone’s coming for your greatness. If you’re the greatest, someone wants to be the greatest, and so if you’re not constantly improving your game, somebody else is. J.J. Watt
What I remember most about high school are the memories I created with my friends. J. J. Watt Inspirational Quotes
There’s no greater feeling in the world than when you can put a smile on somebody’s face just by walking into a room. It’s unbelievable. And if I have that power, who am I to waste it, you know? J. J. Watt
I want to coach high school football, and that’s always what I’ve wanted to do. J. J. Watt
Greatness is earned, not given. J. J. Watt
There’s plenty of days when I don’t want to eat chicken breast and broccoli and rice, but I know what I have to do, and I know the sacrifice I have to make. J. J. Watt
In the offseason, I train twice a day, five times a week with my trainer. Then, there’s always massages and neuromuscular therapy worked in there as well on different days. J.J. Watt
I respect every guy that has walked away. I think every single guy in this league makes his own decision, and that’s perfectly fine. The reason I respect that and the reason I think every guy has his own way of dealing with things is because, in my personal opinion, I know what I’m getting into. J. J. Watt
Since my sophomore year in high school, I knew I didn’t want to do anything but be a professional athlete. I knew when I got to college there was no way anybody was going to stop me from being an NFL player. J. J. Watt Inspirational Quotes
It may not matter to anybody now, but when you go out there and perform on the field, that’s what matters. J. J. Watt
Trust me, I would love to have a wife and kids. I would very much enjoy that. But I also know that you have to be in the right place to do that. J. J. Watt
I want to be the defensive player to break the MVP barrier. I want to break barriers. I want to do things when people tell me I can’t. J. J. Watt
No doubt about it. For every player. Thursday nights are very tough for us because it is a short turnaround. J. J. Watt
It’s hard to understand the life that I live and rationalize some of the things that I do. I don’t need someone questioning every move that I make, asking me why I don’t just relax. When there’s no one asking me those types of questions… to me, it’s peaceful. J. J. Watt
It’s literally, if I’m not working out, I eat the whole time I’m not working out. It’s exhausting. You have to forcefeed. You have to force yourself to eat food. J. J. Watt
A quarterback is always going to be the most valuable player on a football field because he touches the ball every single offensive play. J. J. Watt
When budget cuts happen which has been happening a lot in this country after-school athletics and after-school music are some of the first things to go. J. J. Watt
I’m not strict on my calorie count; I just pay attention to my body. J. J. Watt
My whole life, I’ve been trying to make people proud. J.J. Watt
A sack is way better than any nightclub. A touchdown is way better than any bar experience I’ve ever had. J. J. Watt
I definitely care about what I look like, certainly when I am going out in public, doing an appearance or something, but when I’m home, I’m all sweatpants, all the time. J. J. Watt
I want a girl who’s passionate, driven a girl who believes in herself. J.J. Watt
J.J. Watt’s Wisdom for Success
I’m going to continue to work to be the best player in the world, and whenever that doesn’t sound fun to me anymore, that’s when it’s over. J. J. Watt
Over the years, I’ve learned a lot about nutrition and about myself, so it’s a lot more based on feel. I stopped putting a number on it because people were analyzing it too much. It’s literally, if I’m not working out, I eat the whole time I’m not working out. It’s exhausting. You have to forcefeed. You have to force yourself to eat food. I’m not strict on my calorie count; I just pay attention to my body. J.J. Watt
My schedule is so crazy. J. J. Watt
I’m a little more goofy than I think people give me credit for. I like to have fun. I like to have a good time. People don’t always get to see that. J.J. Watt
I was impressionable at that age, and my high school coach did such an unbelievable job helping me, so I want to do that for other kids. Part of me wants nothing to do with any Hollywood. But another part of me wants to go there. I feel like I could be successful at it. J.J. Watt Inspirational Quotes
I want to go out and chase greatness. That’s all I want to do. J. J. Watt
Part of me wants nothing to do with any Hollywood. But another part of me wants to go there. I feel like I could be successful at it. J. J. Watt
I don’t give a score prediction, but I am a defensive guy, so I’ll definitely be looking forward to a defensive game. J. J. Watt Inspirational Quotes
Each year, I write out a goal sheet with what I expect. If I showed anybody else my goal sheet, they would have said I was crazy. J. J. Watt
People play with pain all the time. J. J. Watt
I know I’m going to be remembered for football. That’s why I work so hard at it. J. J. Watt
If you’re thinking like that – ‘Does this person want me for me?’ – then you’re gonna have a hell of a hard time falling in love, ’cause you’re constantly thinking about what they look like on paper. J.J. Watt
Hockey, honestly, was my first love. The excitement, the fast pace, the intensity of the game… I still love it to this day. J. J. Watt
If you’re an outsider looking into my life, you’re thinking, ‘That dude is crazy. He’s literally crazy.’ J. J. Watt
I Googled ‘What do rich people buy?’ Because I don’t feel like a rich person, and I don’t really try to act like a rich person, so I don’t know what they buy. I didn’t really like the stuff I saw, so I’m gonna stick with my humble lifestyle and just keep working out. J. J. Watt
I feel like, growing up, I watched football, obviously, and you see great players, and as a fan, you want to watch the best you can possibly watch, and you want to see what’s capable of being made. J. J. Watt
I get a lot of letters that say, ‘I’m a normal, downtoearth girl. I love to cook, and I love sports.’ What I also get are letters from a whole bunch of moms saying, ‘My daughter is awesome,’ and, ‘My daughter is a great daughter.’ J.J. Watt
I’m a kid who grew up working hard. J. J. Watt
The day you think you’ve ‘made it’ is the day you begin your decline. J.J. Watt
There are games where I go a whole game without saying a word. There are games where I’m talking the whole game. It really depends on the mood and vibe that I’m in that day. J. J. Watt
I know that I have probably an eight to 10-year window in this league, and if I want to be what I say I want to be, then I have to commit myself 100 percent. J. J. Watt
My parents would definitely be my childhood heroes. J. J. Watt
I think there are definitely some people that would say I’m crazy. J. J. Watt
Obviously, you get to do a lot of great things and cool opportunities at the Super Bowl. But at the end of the day, we all want to be here as a player. That’s the goal, and that’s why I work so dang hard. J. J. Watt
Fueling Your Ambition with J.J. Watt’s Quotes
If you don’t have that vision for the end goal, you have no clue where you’re going, and you’re going to work very hard to go nowhere. If you want to be remembered as great, if you want to be a legend, you have to go out there every single day and do stuff. J.J. Watt
I have a limited amount of time to build a career out of football and be the best that I can be at this job. When this job is over, I have the rest of my life to do what I want with my time. J. J. Watt
A reputation takes years and years and years to build, and it takes one press of a button to ruin it. Don’t let that happen to you. You’ve done so much work; you’ve put in so much effort. Don’t let one moment ruin your entire life because you wanted to be funny or you were mad or because you had a mood. J. J. Watt
I’m sure I frustrate the trainers in fact, I know I frustrate the trainers to no end. But I think there’s a very fine line. I listen to their advice. I take their medical expertise very seriously. But then I also, the reason I am where I am, the reason I play the way I play, is because I push beyond normal. J. J. Watt
It’s a very violent game, and bodies take a beating, so you want to make sure you do everything you can to get your body back. It’s just something you have to do. J. J. Watt
I just go out there every game and try to be the best I can be for our team. J. J. Watt Inspirational Quotes
My cheat meals aren’t even that exciting. J. J. Watt
Every year, I take 10 of my best friends from high school on a trip. That’s kind of my way for saying thanks to them for being so loyal, for keeping me honest, and for just being great friends throughout this craziness. J.J. Watt
When I picture myself after football, it’s down home, coaching high school football, just a relaxing, normal life. I want to coach high school football, and that’s always what I’ve wanted to do. J.J. Watt
The way I look at it is that somebody in the world, no matter what your field is teacher, violinist, football player has to be the best. Why not me? J. J. Watt
When you’re in the National Football League, and you get this window where all eyes are on you, you can use that. You can use that platform for good. J. J. Watt
It’s pretty neat to be able to help the team in different ways. J. J. Watt
I live with the fact that while I am playing, I am going to give everything I have, and I will live with those consequences. J. J. Watt
The one thing I know is, if I play good ball, things have tended to come along with it. Everything that I’ve ever done in my career has come off of playing good football. And so I realize I need to go out there, and I need to take care of my business; then everything else all these cool, great things come along with it. J. J. Watt
It sounds weird when you complain about having to eat so much, but it’s like a job. J. J. Watt
One of the things I have to do, and I’m working on it, is making sure I enjoy the ride along the way. I have to remind myself, ‘Take a look around, look at things, and enjoy it.’ J. J. Watt
Read each tweet about 95 times before you send it. Look at every Instagram post about 95 times before you send it. J. J. Watt
My family is a middle-class family. When I grew up and learned how much it actually cost for us to play hockey, I could not believe that my parents let us play as long as they did. J.J. Watt JJ Watt Inspirational Quotes
I obviously would love to have a girlfriend, but a girlfriend deserves so much of your time and energy. And she deserves to be treated like a princess because that’s how you should treat your girls. And if I can’t give them that time and that devotion because of my dedication to football, then I don’t feel like I should almost waste their time. J. J.Watt
My goal is I want to create the 20/20/20 club: 20 sacks, 20 tackles for loss, 20 batted balls. J. J. Watt Inspirational Quotes
I know that I’m going out there, and I know that I am going to get hit in the head. I know that’s part of football. That’s like a firefighter knowing he is going to go into a fire at some point. You know you are going to be put in danger’s way, and you accept that risk, and you do it. J. J. Watt
Houston is kind of a melting pot. There are many different cultures and ethnicities represented out there, even on my team. It’s really cool: you’ll see so many different things. J. J. Watt
Achieving Greatness: Quotes from J.J. Watt
I will always do what I can to help others, but when I retire, I want to be a dad and a husband. I want a house and a dog in the yard. I want to have barbecues. J. J. Watt
If you want to be remembered as great, if you want to be a legend, you have to go out there every single day and do stuff. J. J. Watt
There’s gonna be people that don’t like you, regardless. But I take on the mentality of, ‘Look, I’m gonna do whatever I want to do. If people don’t like, they don’t like it.’ J. J. Watt
I never want to let a day go by without having done something to get a little better. J. J. Watt Inspirational Quotes
My dad was a firefighter for almost 30 years. My mom worked her way up from a secretary to vice president of her own company. They taught me to work hard for everything and take nothing for granted. That’s how I play. J. J. Watt
My mom taught me from a young age to give back and volunteer any chance you get. It was something that I knew, if I made the NFL, I would financially have the ability to do. My parents would definitely be my childhood heroes. My dad’s a firefighter, so I know what it’s like for policemen and firefighters to be on their own on Christmas Day. J.J. Watt
Basically, I want that relationship where we have that love. I love her so much, and she loves me so much that it’s just you want that relationship where you look into the girl’s eyes, and you know that she’s everything you’ve ever wanted. When I find that, I’m going to get it! J. J. Watt
In Wisconsin, stylewise, it was all about bundling up, maybe wearing a hat and forgetting about your hair. J. J. Watt
Growing up, you’d see Michael Jordan on everything from Gatorade to shoes everything. Obviously, that’s something pretty cool for an athlete to aspire to. J. J. Watt
I don’t get bothered by fans. J. J. Watt
People like to see a guy being built up; they like to see a guy go from the bottom to the top, but then once you’re on the top for a little bit, people wait to see you fail, and they want you to fail, so they find flaws and they find reasons, whether it’s being too nice or trying to make you out to be fake that’s what they do. J. J. Watt
I don’t want to play forever. I want to give everything I can now and then walk away knowing I gave everything. The example I think of is Barry Sanders. He was such a great player, and he left when he was still on top. I want that to be me. J. J. Watt
Heard someone say, ‘I can’t wait until I can finally say I’ve made it.’ The day you think you’ve ‘made it’ is the day you begin your decline. J.J. Watt
Right now, I am a football player and I will sacrifice whatever is necessary to be the best. I’m going to continue to work to be the best player in the world, and whenever that doesn’t sound fun to me anymore, that’s when it’s over. I definitely care about what I look like, certainly when I am going out in public, doing an appearance or something, but when I’m home, I’m all sweatpants, all the time. J.J. Watt
I actually have no style whatsoever. I’m the worst. I have people I talk to, and I say, ‘Please tell me how to dress because I don’t know what I’m doing.’ The biggest thing for me is my mom. I’m like, ‘Mom, do I look good?’ If she says yes, I’m good to go. J. J. Watt
I live for Sundays. I live for Mondays. I live for Thursdays. J. J. Watt
You have to find the right situation, and you have to be in that right mindset where you can give everything you have to that. Because whatever I do, I want to be the best at. I want to be the best husband. I want to be the best father. J. J. Watt
Teams are always hitting me in the gut, trying to grab me when I jump and stuff like that. But I expect it. J. J. Watt
When it comes down to that moment, when it’s me against you, you know in your head whether you worked hard enough. You can try to lie to yourself. You can try to tell yourself that you put in the time. But you know and so do I. J. J. Watt Inspirational Quotes
Some people chase money. Some people chase fame. Some chase greatness and that’s what I’m trying to do. J. J. Watt
People always ask, ‘Man, why don’t you come out and enjoy it? Why don’t you celebrate? Why don’t you have any fun?’ My fun is Sundays. Anybody can go to the club. You don’t have to be good at going to the club to go to the club. You have to be good to be playing on Sundays, and to me, that’s what’s cool. J. J. Watt
J.J. Watt: The Ultimate Guide to Football Greatness
In the realm of American football, few names resonate as powerfully as J.J. Watt. With an illustrious career spanning over a decade, this article is dedicated to celebrating and exploring the incredible journey of this legendary athlete who has captured the hearts of fans worldwide.
Early Life and Beginnings
Born on March 22, 1989, in Waukesha, Wisconsin, Justin James Watt, or J.J. Watt, exhibited his athletic prowess from a young age. Raised in a family that valued sports, his path to greatness began early. His parents, Connie and John Watt, instilled in him the values of hard work, determination, and discipline.
College Years: Climbing the Ranks
J.J. Watt’s journey to NFL stardom started at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, where he played college football for the Wisconsin Badgers. His impact was immediate, and he quickly became a standout player, earning him a reputation as a formidable force on the defensive line.
NFL Draft and Houston Texans Era
In the 2011 NFL Draft, J.J. Watt was selected 11th overall by the Houston Texans. This marked the beginning of his NFL career and the start of a legacy that would define a franchise. Watt’s relentless pursuit of excellence on the field propelled him to becoming a three-time NFL Defensive Player of the Year.
Watt’s Work Ethic and Leadership
One of the key factors contributing to J.J. Watt’s success is his unwavering work ethic. He is known for his dedication to training and his commitment to always giving his best on the field. His leadership qualities are exemplary, and he has served as a captain for the Texans, inspiring his teammates to reach new heights.
Impact Beyond Football: Charity and Community
Beyond his athletic achievements, J.J. Watt’s impact extends into the realm of philanthropy. In 2020, amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, he raised over $40 million for relief efforts in Houston. His charitable foundation has been instrumental in supporting various causes, making him a beloved figure both on and off the field.
Injuries and Resilience
Like any great athlete, J.J. Watt has faced his share of setbacks. Injuries have tested his resilience, but each time he has come back stronger, displaying an indomitable spirit that is an inspiration to aspiring athletes worldwide.
Legacy and Future Endeavors
As we reflect on the career of J.J. Watt, it’s clear that his legacy is secure. He has left an indelible mark on the world of football, and his impact on the game will be felt for generations to come. While his time with the Houston Texans has come to an end, Watt’s journey continues as he embarks on a new chapter with the Arizona Cardinals.
Conclusion
In conclusion, J.J. Watt’s story is one of dedication, passion, and triumph over adversity. From his humble beginnings in Wisconsin to his meteoric rise in the NFL, he has shown what it takes to be a true champion. His impact reaches far beyond the football field, making him a role model for athletes and individuals alike. J.J. Watt’s journey is a testament to the power of hard work, resilience, and the pursuit of greatness.