Steelers face tough decisions on T.J. Watt, Porter Jr., and Herbig

As the Pittsburgh Steelers approach mandatory OTAs, questions arise about their roster management. T.J. Watt holds a significant cap hit of $42 million for 2026 and 2027, which complicates the team's ability to re-sign emerging talents Joey Porter Jr. and Nick Herbig. With only $4.3 million in cap space, the Steelers must weigh loyalty to Watt against potential future investments. The team is also constrained by the $19.5 million cap hit for Jalen Ramsey. The decisions made this offseason could impact the team's financial flexibility heading into 2027 and beyond.

• 3:43 PMYahoo Sports — Keeping T.J. Watt could cost the Steelers Joey Porter Jr. and Nick Herbig