NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport reported that Watt underwent surgery to repair a partially collapsed lung suffered after a routine dry-needling treatment at the team facility. Rapoport added that while the issue can sometimes heal on its own, Watt’s situation required immediate intervention.

Pittsburgh Steelers star linebacker and team sack leader T.J. Watt will miss Monday Night Football's matchup against the Miami Dolphins after undergoing surgery for a partially collapsed lung

Steelers T.J. Watt was hospitalized after a dry-needling session, underwent surgery, and is now recovering with an expected release soon.

The Miami Dolphins are winners of four straight games, and will now look to extend their streak to five as they take on the Steelers in Pittsburgh. The Steelers are winners of 23 straight Monday Night Football games at home,