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NFL insider floats shocking Steelers trade news involving T.J. Watt
TL;DR
NFL insider Jeremy Fowler suggests that the Pittsburgh Steelers may consider trading T.J. Watt if they sign Nick Herbig to a long-term extension. Watt, who turns 32 in October, has significant guaranteed salaries in the coming years.
Key points
- Pittsburgh Steelers face major offseason decisions
- Nick Herbig may receive a long-term contract extension
- T.J. Watt could become a trade candidate if Herbig is signed
- Watt has guaranteed salaries of $32 million in 2026 and 2027
- Steelers value legacy players like Watt highly
Pittsburgh Steelers
The Pittsburgh Steelers have some major decisions to make this offseason, one of which is attempting to sign Nick Herbig to a contract extension before he hits free agency in 2027. But one NFL insider believes doing so could spell the beginning of the end for T.J. Watt in Pittsburgh.
According to ESPN's Jeremy Fowler, if Pittsburgh re-signs Herbig to a long-term extension, Watt could become a trade candidate.
"To the point above: If the Steelers end up signing Herbig long term, having three large contracts allocated to one position is a tough proposition," Fowler wrote. "Watt, for all his greatness, turns 32 in October and has guaranteed salaries of $32 million in both 2026 and 2027. Watt is a legacy player, something Pittsburgh values more than most. But some teams could see Pittsburgh at least considering moving on from him."
While it's true that having Watt, Herbig, and Highsmith all signed to major contracts isn't ideal, it's hard to imagine the Steelers moving on from a fan-favorite player like Watt. Unless a team gives them an offer they can't refuse, however, which also seems unlikely given his ludicrous contract he signed last offseason.
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This article originally appeared on Steelers Wire: Steelers' T.J. Watt could become trade candidate, says NFL insider
Q&A
Why might the Steelers trade T.J. Watt?
The Steelers could consider trading T.J. Watt if they sign Nick Herbig to a long-term deal, as managing multiple large contracts at the same position may be challenging.
What are T.J. Watt's guaranteed salaries for 2026 and 2027?
T.J. Watt has guaranteed salaries of $32 million for both the 2026 and 2027 seasons.
What does T.J. Watt's potential trade mean for the Steelers' defense?
Trading T.J. Watt could significantly impact the Steelers' defense, as he is a key player and fan favorite, making it difficult to replace his contributions.