T.J. Watt is now the highest-paid non-quarterback in NFL history. The Steelers’ star linebacker agreed to a three-year, $123 million contract extension with Pittsburgh on Thursday, according to multiple reports.

Images via Imagn: T.J. Watt and J.J. Watt Fresh off navigating the ‘Aaron Rodgers’ contract drama, the Pittsburgh Steelers are back in the spotlight. This time for locking down their defensive cornerstone, T.J. Watt, with a massive new deal.

After the Pittsburgh Steelers finalized a massive contract extension with T.J. Watt, ex-NFL superstar J.J. Watt posted a hilarious response.

Appearing on The Rich Eisen Show, Heyward addressed Watt’s ongoing contract dispute with the Steelers. The longtime Pittsburgh defensive lineman made it clear: Watt deserves to be paid what he’s worth, and that means top-tier money – on par with the highest-paid defenders in the NFL.

This offseason, Watt was entering into the final season of his previous four-year deal. Seeking long-term financial security, Watt and his team engaged in contract talks that took longer than both sides likely wanted.

Pittsburgh Steelers and T.J. Watt agree to record-breaking $123-million contract extension, Watt becomes highest paid non-qb for second time

The Pittsburgh Steelers open their 2025 training camp in one week, but don't expect superstar edge rusher T.J. Watt to attend. He won't be there until he signs a new contract extension and becomes what many project to be the highest-paid player at his position in the NFL.

Aaron Rodgers has to be smiling. The Pittsburgh Steelers and their star defender T.J. Watt have agreed to a record-breaking extension. The Steelers and Watt reached an agreement on a three-year,

The Pittsburgh Steelers are at an interesting crossroads with superstar pass rusher TJ Watt. After an aggressive offseason, General Manager Omar Khan has balanced keeping the Steelers in win-now mode for 2025 while simultaneously positioning the team for the future.

T.J. Watt does not have a contract extension yet. The last time the Steelers edge rusher was unhappy with his deal — in 2021 — he did not participate in practice to avoid injury. Watt ended up signing a four-year,