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J.J. Watt proves his back is fine after winning home run derby

One of the biggest questions heading into the 2017 NFL season is whether or not Texans’ star defensive tackle J.J. Watt will be able to stay healthy after undergoing two back surgeries.

Watt’s charity softball game went down tonight and he was able to swing a bat without a problem as he won the home run derby.

J.J. Watt beat punter Shane Lechler in the home run derby in Watt’s charity softball game.

— Aaron Wilson (@AaronWilson_NFL) May 13, 2017

J.J. Watt is just a little bit excited about winning his Charity Classic home run derby.