The Pittsburgh Steelers are at a crossroads with superstar pass rusher TJ Watt. It’s clear to everyone what it means to have Watt on the field or to play without him.

But getting to that point is no easy feat. Watt has dominated the NFL since he entered in 2017. In eight seasons, he has racked up 108 sacks, seven interceptions, and 33 forced fumbles.

But TJ Watt, the Pewaukee native and former Wisconsin Badgers star, just keeps taking it to another level. Starting in 2026, he'll make $41 million per season with $108 million guaranteed.

Report: Steelers, TJ Watt Reach Historic Contract Agreement Published Jul 17, 2025 at 4:32 PM EDT Updated Jul 17, 2025 at 4:42 PM EDT 00:57 ...

T.J. Watt is now the highest-paid non-quarterback in NFL history. The Steelers’ star linebacker agreed to a three-year, $123 million contract extension with Pittsburgh on Thursday, according to ...

They proved that with the amount of money they were willing to hand out to him. Watt had 61 tackles and 11.5 sacks with 6 forced fumbles in 17 games last season. He will turn 31 in October.

Watt's current contract, which he signed back in 2021, pays him a shade over $21 million – though none of it is guaranteed. This in itself is an insult to Watt, but one he should've seen coming.

JJ had career earnings of just under $130 million. TJ is set to make $123 million on this extension alone. He already has made nearly $111 million during his career, so you can add the two figures ...

TJ Watt contract reaction Watt has flexed his muscles throughout his career as one of the best defensive players in the game. So it was only fitting that after news broke about his new contract ...

TJ Watt on Thursday received a contract extension from the Pittsburgh Steelers, and that left his brother JJ in awe of the amount. TJ’s contract is for three years and $123 million, with $108 ...