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Though J.J. Watt Is Adamant He’s Retired, Ike Taylor Tells Him To Stay Ready: ‘You Might Get That Phone Call’

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J.J. Watt is convinced he’s retired. He’s spending time with family, he’s getting involved with soccer, he wants to start a podcast with T.J. (sorry, Derek).

Ike Taylor? He’s less convinced. And though the odds of Watt playing for the Steelers are very, very low, Taylor wants him to remain on the ready.

On the latest episode of Taylor’s Bleav In Steelers podcast with co-host Mark Bergin, Taylor had a message for Watt.

“Hey J.J, just stay in shape,” Taylor said. “You might get that phone call throughout the year. Go on and stay in shape.