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Nick Herbig receives praise from Jason Kelce during minicamp

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 5, 2026, 12:00 PM

Last updated Jun 5, 2026

Nick Herbig receives praise from Jason Kelce during minicamp

Summary

Nick Herbig has drawn attention during Steelers minicamp, receiving high praise from former Eagles center Jason Kelce. Kelce called Herbig a disruptive player, likening him to a badger, and expressed excitement about the linebacker’s potential with Pittsburgh. Herbig signed a $100 million extension and is expected to play a significant role in the upcoming season, building on his previous performances which include a career-high 7.5 sacks. The new defensive coordinator, Patrick Graham, is noted for implementing an unpredictable defensive scheme, which could further enhance Herbig's impact on the field.

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Key Details

•Nick Herbig impresses during Steelers minicamp.
•Jason Kelce praises Herbig on the 'New Heights' podcast.
•Herbig signed a $100 million extension recently.
•He recorded a career-high 7.5 sacks last season.
•New defensive coordinator Patrick Graham aims for an unpredictable strategy.

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What they're saying

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Nick Herbig has been the talk of the town in Pittsburgh since minicamp started on Tuesday. In a day that started with news of a possible hold-in quickly turned into the news of him signing a $100 million extension. While reactions have ranged from the Steelers having a deep edge rusher group this year to …
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