Overview

• The Steelers have extended safety DeShon Elliott on a two-year, $12.5 million deal that includes $9.21 million guaranteed.
• Elliott’s guaranteed money increased by 600 percent from his original 2024 contract, raising his average annual value to $6.25 million.
• In 2024, Elliott recorded 108 combined tackles, tied for the NFL lead with three fumble recoveries, forced two fumbles and notched four tackles for loss.
• His 87.8 Pro Football Focus run defense grade ranked among the top 3 percent of NFL safeties last season.
• Coach Mike Tomlin remains on an effectively year-to-year arrangement despite a multi-year contract, giving him control over his tenure.