Steelers agree to $123 million extension with star
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T.J. Watt is staying with the Pittsburgh Steelers after landing a historic contract extension on Thursday. Per ESPN's Adam Schefter, the star pass rusher inked a three-year, $123 million contract extension that includes $108 million fully guaranteed. At $41 million per year, Watt is now the highest-paid non-quarterback in NFL history.
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