Veteran fullback Derek Watt announced Tuesday on social media that he is retiring from the NFL, ending a seven-season pro career.
“It is with great honor that I officially announce my retirement and end to my career. A career that ended up being about so much more than just the game that I love,” Watt wrote in a statement. “The seven years, with two great organizations, 110 career games, and lifelong friendships and memories that I’ve been fortunate enough to make have been nothing short of amazing.”
Watt, the middle brother of one of the NFL’s most famous families, played fullback at Wisconsin and was drafted by the then-San Diego Chargers in the sixth round of the 2016 NFL draft. After four seasons with the Bolts, Watt joined younger brother T.J. with the Pittsburgh Steelers for three seasons between 2020 and ’22.
