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'Class act as a human': NFL star JJ Watt HAILED for helping woman pay for granddad's funeral

JJ Watt, who has a whopping net worth of $50 million according to Celebrity Net Worth, signed a 2-year contract with the Cardinals in March 2021

Justin James Watt, better known as JJ Watt, is being showered with a lot of love from his supporters as he responded to one of his fans and decided to help her financially. The woman, who is in possession of Watt's women's edition of Reebok shoes and women's XL Texans Jersey, was all prepared to sell her beloved belongings in hopes to raise more money for her grandfather's funeral, as per her tweet. She tagged the NFL player in the tweet and he decided to help her. 

The woman named Jennifer Simpson tweeted, "I have a pair of @JJWatt womens edition of Reebok shoes size 9 $60. I’ve worn them twice. They are great shoes, im only selling because we are raising money for my grandpas funeral. I also have a Watt womens XL Texans Jersey $30. Anyone interested?" After tagging the football defensive end for the Arizona Cardinals, the tweet reached him and he responded, "Don’t sell your shoes and jersey, we’ll help with the funeral. I’m sorry for your loss." The fans instantly hailed Watt for his response. 

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JJ Watt, who has a whopping net worth of $50 million according to Celebrity Net Worth, signed a 2-year contract with the Cardinals in March 2021. after spending the entirety of his career with the Texans. The contract itself was worth $31 million. Watt, a three-time defensive player, is also a five-time first-team All-Pro. It's unclear whether the NFL star has already reached out to the woman in need or not. However, the fans were ecstatic about the mere fact that he reached out to her. 

Fans shower JJ Watt with love for reaching out to a supporter in need

One fan mourned the woman's loss and praised Watt saying, "As a Houstonian/Texan’s fan, I wish I could say I’m surprised but Nope, this is JJ Watt. He’s all class and one of the nicest/kindest man in the NFL. My condolences for your loss, may he Rest In Eternal Peace!!! JJ, still miss you and wish you could have won a SB as a Texan!!" Another user wrote, "@JJWatt There’s some critique for anyone in their performance no matter if a pro football player or someone working in an office or what have you. There is absolutely no critique that can be done on your compassion & love of humanity. You’ve shown that time & time again. "

One user who had no idea who Watt was is now their favorite person, "Dude. No offence, I'm Australian and have no idea who you are, but that's bloody amazing. Just Googled you mid tweet and now have a new favourite NFL player. You're good people." Another user who looks up to Watt wrote, "You are my hero man. You have no idea how much of an impression and character you are in the eyes of Houstonians like me and my folks. You are a class act and an amazing human being. Thanks for helping this lady in need. Good bless you. Sincerely, Augusto Guzman"

One user wrote, "This this is what we need more of. When you have power and resources to help someone it’s very easy to reach out to another human being and just give them some hope in kindness and humanity good on you sir" Another user said, "Class act as a human. I’m not a football guy but it seems you have been really good at it but to me you’ll be the guy that helped someone that needed help when they needed it most. Being a good human & athlete is better than just being a good athlete."

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While this is a feel-good story, some users pointed out that the woman who reached out to JJ Watt, Jennifer Simpson, has made these kinds of pleas before as well. One user who decided to do their research pointed out a tweet, in which Simpson had tweeted something similar in 2018 saying, "I hate to do this, but I am selling my @JJWattjersey. I don’t have much, but this is the most valuable thing I have. My moms cousin died unexpectedly Wednesday morning and we are trying to pay for his funeral. It is a women’s XL I’m good condition. Please let me know. @JJWatt" While this remains a claim, and unclear if she's a con, Watt has earned his share of good wishes regardless. 

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