Steelers sign DT Keeanu Benton to four-year, $72 million extension
14 sources • 2 min read • Latest: Aug 16, 2026, 12:07 PM
Last updated Aug 16, 2026
The Pittsburgh Steelers have agreed to a four-year, $72 million contract extension with defensive tackle Keeanu Benton. This deal, which positions Benton as the highest-paid defensive lineman in Steelers history, lasts until the 2030 season. Benton was entering the final year of his rookie contract and had demonstrated consistent performance throughout his career, starting 40 games and recording 123 tackles and 7.5 sacks. The Steelers have also extended key players from their 2023 draft class, with cornerback Joey Porter Jr. still awaiting his extension amid injury concerns.
- •Keeanu Benton signs a $72 million extension with the Steelers.
- •Benton now the highest-paid defensive lineman in team history.
- •Steelers extended Benton to remain with the team through 2030.
- •Benton had 51 combined tackles and 5.5 sacks last season.
- •Cornerback Joey Porter Jr. is yet to receive an extension.
- 12:07 PMYahoo Sports — Keeanu Benton signs massive extension, officially becomes highest-paid Steelers defensive tackle
- 11:54 AMYahoo Sports — Former Wisconsin star earns $72M extension with Pittsburgh Steelers
- 10:33 PMYahoo Sports — Steelers extend DL Keeanu Benton with 4-year, $72M deal
- 5:06 PMYahoo Sports — Steelers invest in defensive tackle Keeanu Benton, signing him to 5-year deal
- 5:23 AMYahoo Sports — Steelers Sign Third Member of 2023 NFL Draft Class to Extension: Report
- 3:36 AMESPN — Benton now highest-paid DL in Steelers history
- 2:56 AMYahoo Sports — Steelers, DT Keeanu Benton reach deal on massive contract extension
- 2:25 AMYahoo Sports — Steelers signing DT Keeanu Benton to historic extension: Contract details
"The Pittsburgh Steelers extended defensive lineman Keeanu Benton with a 4-year, $72 million deal late Friday night, according to reports. Benton's rookie contract concludes after this year. This four-year extension runs from 2027-30. The $18 million annual value makes him the highest-paid defensive lineman in team history. At 6-foot-4 and 309 pounds, Benton played in all 17 games during the ...
"The Pittsburgh Steelers and defensive tackle Keeanu Benton have agreed to a new five-year contract that will keep Benton in black and gold into the next decade. The deal, which carries a total value of $73.75 million, replaces Benton's rookie contract that he signed after being selected in the second round of the 2023 draft. The 25-year-old Benton is coming off the best season of his career.
"NFL Network's Ian Rapoport reported the Pittsburgh Steelers signed defensive lineman Keeanu Benton to a contract extension Friday night. The post Steelers Sign Third Member of 2023 NFL Draft Class to Extension: Report appeared first on HEAVY.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 16, 2026, 12:07 PMKeeanu Benton signs massive extension, officially becomes highest-paid Steelers defensive tackle
The Steelers made it official on Saturday: they signed a key player on their defense to a new five-year contract.
- Yahoo SportsAug 16, 2026, 11:54 AMFormer Wisconsin star earns $72M extension with Pittsburgh Steelers
Former defensive tackle Keeanu Benton has cashed in on what has been an incredible few seasons with the Pittsburgh Steelers.
- Yahoo SportsAug 15, 2026, 10:33 PMSteelers extend DL Keeanu Benton with 4-year, $72M deal
The Pittsburgh Steelers extended defensive lineman Keeanu Benton with a 4-year, $72 million deal late Friday night, according to reports. Benton's rookie contract concludes after this year. This four-year extension runs from 2027-30. The $18 million annual value makes him the highest-paid defensive lineman in team history. At 6-foot-4 and 309 pounds, Benton played in all 17 games during the ...
- Yahoo SportsAug 15, 2026, 5:06 PMSteelers invest in defensive tackle Keeanu Benton, signing him to 5-year deal
The Pittsburgh Steelers and defensive tackle Keeanu Benton have agreed to a new five-year contract that will keep Benton in black and gold into the next decade. The deal, which carries a total value of $73.75 million, replaces Benton's rookie contract that he signed after being selected in the second round of the 2023 draft. The 25-year-old Benton is coming off the best season of his career.
- Yahoo SportsAug 15, 2026, 5:23 AMSteelers Sign Third Member of 2023 NFL Draft Class to Extension: Report
NFL Network's Ian Rapoport reported the Pittsburgh Steelers signed defensive lineman Keeanu Benton to a contract extension Friday night. The post Steelers Sign Third Member of 2023 NFL Draft Class to Extension: Report appeared first on HEAVY.
- ESPNAug 15, 2026, 3:36 AMBenton now highest-paid DL in Steelers history
The Steelers and defensive tackle Keeanu Benton agreed to a four-year, $72 million extension, sources told NFL Network's Ian Rapoport on Friday night.
- Yahoo SportsAug 15, 2026, 2:56 AMSteelers, DT Keeanu Benton reach deal on massive contract extension
The Pittsburgh Steelers have reached a deal on a contract extension with defensive tackle Keeanu Benton, according to a report by Ian Rapoport of NFL Network.
- Yahoo SportsAug 15, 2026, 2:25 AMSteelers signing DT Keeanu Benton to historic extension: Contract details
Defensive tackles continue to cash in. Steelers' Keeanu Benton became the latest and the deal makes him the highest paid DL in franchise history.
- Yahoo SportsAug 15, 2026, 2:21 AMSteelers sign rising defensive star to massive $70-plus million extension
The Pittsburgh Steelers have locked up one of their rising stars to a huge contract extension, none other than Keeanu Benton.
- Yahoo SportsAug 15, 2026, 2:20 AMSteelers, DT Keeanu Benton reportedly agree to 4-year, $72 million extension; highest for a DL in Steelers history
Benton is now tied to Pittsburgh through the 2030 season.
- Yahoo SportsAug 15, 2026, 2:17 AMSteelers sign DT Keeanu Benton to $72 million extension
Steelers agree to record-setting contract extension with Keeanu Benton
- Yahoo SportsAug 15, 2026, 2:15 AMSteelers, DT Keeanu Benton agree to four-year extension
The Steelers and defensive tackle Keeanu Benton have agreed to a long-term extension.
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