Pittsburgh Steelers beat writers discussed several offseason topics on Monday, including contract extensions and roster evaluations.
Ray Fittipaldo said signing Nick Herbig to an extension this summer faces challenges due to Alex Highsmith's $14.5 million salary. He noted Herbig may reach free agency before a deal is reached in February or March 2027.
Fans and analysts discuss potential extensions for Nick Herbig and Joey Porter Jr., noting challenges for Herbig and possible hold-ins at minicamp. Opinions include strong calls for multiple extensions, detailed plans involving edge rushers, and some skepticism on past Watt decisions or feasibility.
I think I might have just figured out what the Steelers plan is for how to handle the edge rusher dilema they currently find themselves in.
— Jack Sperry (@jack_sperry) 2. maaliskuuta 2026
As weird as it sounds, I think they may end up EXTENDING Nick Herbig this offseason, but they will also keep T.J. Watt & Alex Highsmith on… pic.twitter.com/TH1I4VhpYN
• Extend Joey Porter Jr.
— Jared Kane (@BaddestBearJew) 22. toukokuuta 2026
• Extend Nick Herbig.
• Extend Darnell Washington. @steelers.
When the Steelers begin mandatory minicamp on Tuesday, will Joey Porter Jr. and Nick Herbig be participants? Or will they begin hold-ins over contract extensions?
— DK Pittsburgh Sports (@DKPghSports) 1. kesäkuuta 2026
Chris Halicke reporting from Pittsburgh: https://t.co/03v5IvVsqt#DKPS #Steelers #HereWeGo pic.twitter.com/7Dv9oHvfVn
#Steelers CB Joey Porter Jr. will likely begin his "hold in" at mini camp this week in search of a contract extension@steelers @NoahStrackbein pic.twitter.com/vlwFs5XPP6
— A to Z Sports (@AtoZSportsNFL) 1. kesäkuuta 2026
#Steelers mandatory minicamp begins tomorrow
— Steelers Blitz (@Steelers_Blitz) 1. kesäkuuta 2026
While awaiting contract extensions, Joey Porter Jr. & Nick Herbig are expected to be in attendance
It’ll be interesting to see if they “hold in” by not participating in team drills pic.twitter.com/7ZltA1bemC
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The Pittsburgh Steelers reached agreement Tuesday on a four-year contract extension with outside linebacker Nick Herbig worth $100 million, including $42 million guaranteed.
The Pittsburgh Steelers have awarded major contracts to tight end Darnell Washington and edge rusher Nick Herbig as part of their offseason strategy.
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The Pittsburgh Steelers completed their mandatory minicamp this week with two major contract extensions. Nick Herbig signed a four-year deal worth $100 million, while Darnell Washington agreed to a four-year contract valued at $42 million.
Building on recent speculation about Nick Herbig's future, Pittsburgh Steelers officials are set to consider trade inquiries for outside linebackers Alex Highsmith and Nick Herbig ahead of the NFL draft. Yahoo Sports insider Charles Robinson reports their names are circulating in front offices, with Highsmith seen as the more likely candidate to move. A high-level personnel executive told Robinson, 'I think they will trade one of them.'
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Amid recent reports of trade interest in Alex Highsmith and Nick Herbig, Steelers beat writer Ray Fittipaldo says a Highsmith deal is unlikely without an 'outrageous offer.' Analyst Gregg Rosenthal urges trading one to boost Herbig's snaps, listing potential partners.
The Pittsburgh Steelers wrapped up the first week of the 2026 NFL free agency period with several roster moves, including trades and signings to bolster their offense and defense. They acquired wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr. and signed cornerback Jamel Dean, while losing speedster Calvin Austin III to the New York Giants. The team also received a salary cap credit of over $3.65 million for 2026.
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Following an active first week of 2026 NFL free agency signings that addressed key roster gaps (see prior coverage in this series), Robert Mays of The Athletic approves of the Pittsburgh Steelers' low-risk additions but doubts their alignment with building a championship roster beyond 2026.