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T.J. Watt Seeks Record Contract Amid Steelers Standoff

6/16/2025

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T.J. Watt is in the midst of intense contract negotiations with the Pittsburgh Steelers, aiming for a deal that exceeds Myles Garrett's impressive $40 million annual salary. The Steelers, wary of making him the highest-paid edge rusher, face challenges due to Watt's age and recent performance. The resolution of this standoff could shape Watt's legacy and the team's trajectory for years to come.

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T.J. Watt is in the midst of intense contract negotiations with the Pittsburgh Steelers, aiming for a deal that exceeds Myles Garrett's impressive $40 million annual salary. The Steelers, wary of making him the highest-paid edge rusher, face challenges due to Watt's age and recent performance. The resolution of this standoff could shape Watt's legacy and the team's trajectory for years to come.