Arizona Cardinals defensive end J.J. Watt says he had his heart shocked into rhythm after going into atrial fibrillation this week, and he still plans to play Sunday against the Carolina Panthers.
J. Watt warms up before an NFL football game against the Carolina Panthers on Sunday, Oct. 2, 2022, in Charlotte, N.C. – J. Watt says he had his heart shocked into rhythm after going into atrial fibrillation this week, a health scare that won't sideline him Sunday against the Carolina Panthers.“I was just told somebody leaked some personal information about me and it’s going to be reported on today.
The Cardinals reported Watt did not practice on Wednesday and Thursday and was limited on Friday. He was listed as questionable due to a calf injury and an illness.Atrial fibrillation is defined as a “an irregular and often very rapid heart rhythm that can lead to blood clots in the heart,” according to the Mayo Clinic. That can increase the risk of stroke, heart failure and other heart-related complications if not properly addressed.
Watt had missed the first game of the year with his calf injury but has played in the last two games. He has Arizona’s only two sacks this season.More AP NFL: https://apnews.com/hub/NFL and https://twitter.com/AP_NFL Copyright 2022 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed without permission.
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