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Steelers sign Nick Herbig to $100 million deal amid T.J. Watt trade speculation

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Last updated Jun 3, 2026

Steelers sign Nick Herbig to $100 million deal amid T.J. Watt trade speculation
Summary

The Pittsburgh Steelers signed edge-rusher Nick Herbig to a four-year, $100 million contract extension on June 2, 2026. This signing could influence the future of star pass-rusher T.J. Watt, who is currently making $41 million per year. Speculation suggests the Steelers may consider trading Watt, who turns 32 in October, due to his high salary and the significant investment in their defensive line. With Herbig's new deal, the Steelers now have $83 million tied up in three defensive players, raising questions about their roster strategy moving forward.

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  • •Nick Herbig signed a $100 million extension on June 2, 2026.
  • •T.J. Watt's future with the Steelers is under scrutiny.
  • •Pittsburgh has $83 million allocated to three defensive players.
  • •Watt's guaranteed salary is $32 million for 2026 and 2027.
  • •Potential trade could net the Steelers significant draft picks.
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  • 2:11 AMYahoo Sports — Steelers’ Latest Roster Move Could Spell Bad News for TJ Watt
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The Pittsburgh Steelers signed edge-rusher Nick Herbig to a $100 million deal, which could lead to a potential T.J. Watt trade.

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