NFL legend JJ Watt and his wife, Kealia Watt, a former NWSL star, stunned the sports world by announcing Kealia’s signing with the Montreal Force—the city’s professional women’s hockey team. What made headlines even juicier? JJ’s younger brother, TJ Watt, plays for a Pittsburgh-based ownership group in the rival Premier Hockey Federation. The move has stirred up emotions in both families. “We’re competitive, no doubt,” said TJ Watt. “But I didn’t expect to see her wearing red and blue.” JJ Watt, who once dominated NFL Sundays, smiled and said, “Now I’m in the stands getting heckled in French.” Kealia, known for her fierce drive and Olympic-level agility, made her debut with a goal and an assist, instantly becoming a fan favorite. Montreal fans chanted “JJ’s watching!” as she skated off. TJ tweeted jokingly: “Guess Thanksgiving dinner will have a scoreboard.” But beneath the fun lies pride. Kealia’s performance is seen as a breakthrough moment for women in hockey and a major PR win for Montreal’s team. “I’ve always been in a house of champions,” she said. “Now I want to be one in Canada.” Rivalries may divide, but the Watt family now lives on both sides of the rink.
