Watt signs a four-year, $112 million dollar contract extension with the Pittsburgh Steelers
$35.59 million signing bonus, $80 million guaranteed
Extends current contract for four years at an average annual salary of $28.00275 million
In a move that signals their commitment to keeping one of the NFL's most dynamic defensive players, the Pittsburgh Steelers have reached an agreement with T.J. Watt on a four-year contract extension worth more than $112 million. The deal includes a $35.59 million dollar signing bonus and $80 million guaranteed over the life of the contract. The extension will keep Watt under contract through the 2025 season.
Watt, 27, has been one of the most productive pass rushers in the NFL since entering the league in 2017. He has recorded 53 sacks, 127 tackles for loss, and 45 quarterback hits in his four seasons with the Steelers. In 2020, Watt was named the NFL's Defensive Player of the Year after recording 15 sacks, 23 tackles for loss, and 42 quarterback hits.
The Steelers were eager to sign Watt to a long-term extension, as he is a key cog in their defense. The team has been one of the top defenses in the NFL in recent years, and Watt's presence has been a big reason for their success. The Steelers are hoping that Watt can continue to be a dominant force on their defense for years to come.
Watt's new contract makes him the highest-paid defensive player in the NFL. He is now earning more money than any other player on the Steelers' roster, including quarterback Ben Roethlisberger. Watt's contract is a sign of the Steelers' commitment to winning, and it should help them remain one of the top teams in the NFL for years to come.
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