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Steelers and T.J. Watt Stalemate on Extension as Trade Interest Intensifies

Steelers insist they will sign Watt before Week 1 despite his missed minicamp in the face of growing trade interest

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Minkah Fitzpatrick #29 of the Miami Dolphins looks on during the preseason game against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Hard Rock Stadium on August 22 in Miami, Florida.
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Overview

  • T.J. Watt remains unsigned after skipping Pittsburgh’s mandatory minicamp while extension talks continue
  • Steelers insider Gerry Dulac says trading Watt is “not gonna happen” and predicts a deal between the preseason finale and the Week 1 opener
  • Pittsburgh has held off on fining Watt for his absence to maintain goodwill and keep negotiations on track
  • Philadelphia and Detroit stand out as leading trade suitors with more than $30 million and over $40 million in cap space, respectively
  • Watt is seeking guarantees comparable to Myles Garrett’s four-year, $160 million extension as the Steelers reshape their roster