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3mo ago

Steelers and T.J. Watt Stall on Extension Guarantees Ahead of Camp

Unresolved talks over guarantees raise the prospect of Watt missing training camp

T.J. Watt #90 of the Pittsburgh Steelers reacts after a play in the second half of a game against the Las Vegas Raiders at Allegiant Stadium on October 13, 2024 in Las Vegas, Nevada.
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Overview

  • The Steelers and Watt remain far apart on guaranteed money, with Pittsburgh yet to match Myles Garrett’s $123.5 million guarantee benchmark.
  • ESPN’s Adam Schefter warned that if talks aren’t settled by August 8 or September 8, Watt could hold out of training camp or even the regular season.
  • Patrick Rooney Jr., a member of the ownership family, publicly called an extension for the 31-year-old “absolutely insane” due to age concerns.
  • Steelers executives have repeatedly denied any intention to trade Watt despite the club’s flurry of additions including Aaron Rodgers and Jalen Ramsey.
  • Watt enters camp in the final year of his deal carrying 108 career sacks, seven Pro Bowl selections and multiple All-Pro honors that underpin his leverage.