SteelerNation+FollowT.J. Watt signs record $123M deal - highest-paid defender everThe Steelers just made T.J. Watt the highest-paid non-quarterback in NFL history again with a massive 3-year, $123 million extension averaging $41 million per year. That’s $108 million fully guaranteed at signing. I’m honestly surprised they went this big on the deal. T.J. is absolutely elite and has been the most dominant pass rusher in the league over the past five years with 73.5 sacks. The guy won Defensive Player of the Year in 2021 and has led the league in sacks three times. But paying a 31-year-old edge rusher $41 million per year feels like a serious gamble, especially after how he struggled in that five-game losing streak to end last season with only two sacks. The timing is really interesting here. The Steelers just went all-in this offseason by trading for Aaron Rodgers, Jalen Ramsey, and DK Metcalf. They’re clearly in win-now mode, so they probably couldn’t afford to lose their defensive cornerstone. What’s your take - smart move to secure a generational talent or too much money for an aging edge rusher heading into his 30s? #Steelers #TJWatt #NFL8618Share
John Camacho+FollowSteelers Nation: Will T.J. Top Garrett’s Deal?Steelers fans, the buzz around T.J. Watt’s next contract is heating up! Some insiders hinted the Steel Curtain’s anchor could break Myles Garrett’s $40M/year record, but NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport just poured cold water on that, saying nothing’s imminent. With Watt’s numbers rivaling Garrett’s but coming off a down year, the big question is: Will the Steelers pay up to keep their defensive heart? Let’s hear your takes—should T.J. set the new market? #SteelersNation #TJWatt #NFLRumors #Sports #Football70Share
Michael Pitts+FollowSteelers Lock Up Elliott, But What About Watt?Big news out of the Steel City: the Steelers just inked DeShon Elliott to a two-year extension after his breakout season in the secondary. Elliott racked up 108 tackles and looks set to keep patrolling alongside Minkah. But the big question on every fan’s mind—when will the front office take care of T.J. Watt? With the face of our defense still waiting, this move keeps the secondary solid, but the Watt watch continues. Thoughts on how this impacts our rivalry games? #SteelersNation #TJWatt #DeShonElliott #Sports #Football00Share
Amy Williams+FollowSteelers’ Big Move: Will Watt Get His Bag?With Aaron Rodgers finally set to don the black and gold, the Steelers’ front office has one major item left: locking up T.J. “The Terminator” Watt. After Myles Garrett’s record deal, Watt’s camp is eyeing $40M per year. Now that Rodgers is in, there’s no excuse—Pittsburgh needs to pay their defensive anchor. Do you think Watt deserves to top Garrett’s contract? Let’s hear your takes! #SteelersNation #TJWatt #NFLContracts #Sports41Share
Christopher Hughes+FollowCould T.J. Watt Join the Seahawks?🔥 Rumors are swirling! The Seahawks might be eyeing superstar edge rusher T.J. Watt as a potential blockbuster trade target. With his future with the Steelers in question, Seattle's got their sights set on bolstering their defense. Could Watt be the missing piece? 🏈 Stay tuned! #Seahawks #NFLTrade #TJWatt #GoHawks #Sports209Share
