Fuelling a three-time NFL Defensive Player of the Year takes an insane amount of calories.

Former Texans and Cardinals defensive end J.J. Watt recently appeared on the Stick To Football podcast Alongside Gary NevilleRoy KeaneJamie CarragherJill Scott and Ian Wright to discuss his playing career and minority investment in Premier League club Burnley.

Watt enjoyed a lengthy career in the NFL before becoming an investor at BurnleyCredit: Getty

At one point, the five-time Pro Bowler revealed he consumed 7,500 calories and six meals a day during his quarterback-sacking days - but has run into one problem since spending more time on this side of the pond.

"What does it take to get this big?" Scott asked the two-time NFL sacks leader.

"One of the nicest things about being retired is that I don't have to eat at