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Steelers, Linebacker Nick Herbig Agree to a Four-Year Extension, AP Source Says
The $100 million deal with $42 million guaranteed could make T.J. Watt a trade candidate as Pittsburgh weighs three expensive edge rushers.
- On Tuesday, Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Nick Herbig agreed to a four-year, $100 million contract extension featuring $42 million in guaranteed money, keeping him with the team through the decade.
- Herbig, a 2023 fourth-round pick, earned the extension after recording a career-high 7.5 sacks in 2025, telling reporters afterward, "It's my desire to be a Steeler for life."
- Pittsburgh views the heavy investment in edge rushers—including veteran T.J. Watt and Alex Highsmith—as a necessity for maintaining a deep, effective defensive unit when all three are healthy.
- Industry analyst Jeremy Fowler suggested managing three large contracts at one position could make Watt a trade candidate, though the Steelers remain focused on roster effectiveness.
- Cornerback Joey Porter Jr. is also seeking a new deal entering the final year of his rookie contract, prioritizing the transition under head coach Mike McCarthy.
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Steelers, linebacker Nick Herbig agree to a four-year extension, AP source says
Linebacker Nick Herbig says he wants to be a Pittsburgh Steeler for life. He might be on his way after agreeing to a contract extension with the club.
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Sources: Steelers' Herbig gets 4-year, $100M deal
After sitting out individual drills during the Steelers' mandatory minicamp Tuesday, linebacker Nick Herbig agreed to a four-year, $100 million extension, including $42 million guaranteed, sources told NFL Network's Mike Garafolo and ESPN's Adam Schefter.
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