JJ Watt, Kealia Watt Welcome Son Niko Benjamin

Retired NFL star J.J. Watt and his wife, former soccer pro Kealia Watt, welcomed their second son, Niko Benjamin Watt, born on June 14, 2025. The couple announced the pregnancy in February and shared the birth news on social media, including photos with Niko and older brother Koa, who will turn three in October. Married since 2020, the Watts have received widespread congratulations from fans and friends. J.J. will serve as an NFL analyst for CBS alongside Ian Eagle, while Kealia is the lead ambassador for TravisMathew’s women’s sportswear line. The couple also holds minority ownership in Burnley Football Club in England. As their family grows, they continue to balance business, sports, and parenting with gratitude and excitement.