It's difficult to imagine that the return of one non-quarterback player could have a season-altering effect on a team.
But, when T.J. Watt takes the field Sunday at Acrisure Stadium, it could very well give the Steelers a semblance of life they haven't had since he went down with a pectoral injury in Week 1.
"Yes, I am very excited," Watt said Friday at the UPMC Rooney Sports Complex. "It's been a long time coming. I feel very good about the week that I had. I'm excited to play. Excited to be back at Acrisure Stadium and get the fans involved.