J.J. Watt: Lucky in sacks, unlucky in love, says new report
Quarterback sacks or romance. Apparently, you can’t have both.
A new article in Complex indicates that Texans megastar J.J. Watt is trying as hard as he can, darn it, but he just can’t land himself a girlfriend: “People think that I’ve never dated before, or whatever,” he says. “But I’m trying. I’m trying. I’m just unsuccessful. My schedule’s so crazy and life’s so busy, it just hasn’t worked.”
One key, of course, is motivation … as in, why is this particular person interested in you? Watt is sharp enough to know that not everyone’s aims are for a true, lasting romance. Some are just looking to swipe right and cash in. “You don’t know who wants you for you, who wants you for the money, who wants you for the fame. You have no idea,” he says. “And how would you know? There’s no way. So that’s why you try and rely on family and friends.” Which always works out well.
How other famous folks, people who already have money and power and acclaim? Wouldn’t they be a better fit? “You can’t think about love on paper like that,” Watt says. “If you’re thinking like that—’Does this person want me for me?’—then you’re gonna have a hell of a hard time falling in love, ’cause you’re constantly thinking about what they look like on paper. Trust me, it’s a lot more difficult than I wish it was—but I’m sure hoping to find the right one.”
One wonders what Watt’s moves on the dance floor would look like. Hopefully a little more subtle than this:
Best of luck to you, J.J. The lucky lady’s out there somewhere. And heads up, opposing QBs: Watt’s got some frustrations to take out.
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