In what could only be described as a tough two-game stretch for former 2021 Defensive Player of the Year T.J. Watt—one that saw him fail to record a single sack in two consecutive games—one insider shared his opinion on how to prepare Watt for the playoffs.

Steelers insider Mark Kaboly, while appearing on the 93.7 livestream on January 3, referenced the idea of benching Watt at halftime in Week 18 after he got some snaps in. He updated fans on the nature of Watt’s health and explained why this decision would be beneficial to the Steelers’ long-term postseason aspirations, arguing:

“T.J. isn’t healthy. He needs some rest. You have to be smart with him.”

It has become evident to fans watching Steelers football over the past few weeks that Watt’s ankle injury may be affecting him more than previously believed.

Should the Steelers risk playing Watt at all against the Cincinnati Bengals in Week 18, or should the Black and Gold heed Kaboly’s advice and limit his snaps?