JJ Watt’s Spiky 2024 Super Bowl Hair Was Compared to Guy Fieri’s ‘Do — Here’s What the Food Network Star Says

NFL star JJ Watt didn’t expect his 2024 Super Bowl game-day hairstyle to go viral — but it has sparked a flurry of reactions from fans.

The 34-year-old retired NFL pro-turned-television host traded in his usual sleek hairdo for a spiky, groomed style that gave off a full-on boy band vibe.

“Ever change your hair and wonder if anyone will notice? They do,” the former defensive end shared xformerly known as Twitter.

Taking it a step further, some fans couldn’t help but draw comparisons between Watt’s new look and the iconic spiky, frosted-top hairstyle famously sported by celebrity chef and TV personality Guy Fieri. Now Fieri himself entered the chat.

“I for one thought that was a good look @JJWatt,” Fieri responded to Watt’s tweet, adding his own stamp of approval to Watt’s unexpected hair transformation.

Former NFL player and TV analyst JJ Watt watches before Super Bowl LVIII between the Kansas City Chiefs and the San Francisco 49ers at Allegiant Stadium on February 11, 2024 in Las Vegas, Nevada.

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In addition to Fieri, other X users chimed in to share their thoughts on Watt’s new look. Some noted that the TV analyst’s debut in the hairstyle was perfectly timed with Usher’s halftime performance that was beloved by millennials.

One person wrote: “I thought it was for Usher’s show, like a throwback to high school dances.”

“Everything’s good man. Between your hair and Usher’s headline, I felt like I was back in 8th grade. #Nostalgia,” another user commented on Watt’s tweet. “She was sitting next to my fiance and she asked if any of the Backstreet Boys were at halftime,” someone else replied.

Former Houston Texans linebacker JJ Watt speaks during the Texans Ring of Honor induction ceremony during the game against the Pittsburgh Steelers at NRG Stadium on October 1, 2023 in Houston, Texas.

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Watt wasn’t the only celebrity at the Super Bowl to debut a new hairstyle. Lizzo, 35, also stood out with her look that paid tribute to both soccer teams. She sported a red mullet, along with shaggy bangs and long layers down her back. Her hairstyle is probably a wig, but considering that the artist is a real chameleon in her hair.

While Lizzo didn’t specifically confirm which team she was rooting for, her presence seemed more focused on cheering on the Usher halftime players. In an Instagram post, she called the Super Bowl “usher’s concert,” hinting at her excitement for his halftime performance.

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