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T.J. Watt Signs Three-Year, $123 Million Extension To Become NFL’s Highest-Paid Non-Quarterback

Pittsburgh locked up its star pass rusher through 2028 with $108 million guaranteed following a leaguewide surge in defensive salaries.

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El ala defensivo de Steelers suma 108 capturas de quarterback en sus 8 temporadas con Pittsburgh.
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Overview

  • Watt’s new contract carries an average annual value of $41 million, surpassing the previous non-quarterback benchmark.
  • Since joining the Steelers as a 2017 first-round pick, he has amassed 107 sacks, seven Pro Bowl nods, four All-Pro honors and the 2021 Defensive Player of the Year award.
  • Record-setting extensions for defenders like Sauce Gardner, Myles Garrett and Nick Bosa have driven a sharp escalation in pass-rusher salaries leaguewide.
  • By securing Watt through 2028, Pittsburgh reinforces its defense-first approach under coach Mike Tomlin as it seeks a seventh Super Bowl title.
  • The Steelers have supplemented their roster this offseason with veterans such as Aaron Rodgers and Jalen Ramsey to bolster championship hopes.