Look back as J.J. Watt's stellar NFL career comes to an emotional end

The Badgers' most recent inductee into the College Football Hall of Fame is taking time out of his job as an NFL executive to show support for the inclusive sport.

As Watt embarks on the next stage of his life, here's a look at 10 times the former Badger and three-time NFL Defensive Player of the Year brightened our day.

The former Wisconsin and NFL star is ready for a new challenge and, despite his initial announcement, it won't be at a national pharmacy chain. 

While J.J. Watt retired and T.J. Watt continues his NFL career, the brothers will make Wheaties history.

The three-time NFL defensive player of the year is enjoying retirement but couldn't hold back after a surprise in the gym. 

With the former Badgers star playing in his final NFL game Sunday, an Olympic legend invited Watt and Arizona Cardinals teammate Zaven Collins to Wisconsin to try a new sport.

One of the great professional careers by a Wisconsin native is coming to a close, J.J. Watt announced on Tuesday.

Less than a month after the three-time NFL Defensive Player of the Year and former Badger faced a health scare, the couple welcomed their first child.