ピッツバーグ・スティーラーズは、ベテランキッカーのクリス・ボスウェルと4年間、総額2,800万ドルの契約延長に合意した。これによりボスウェルは、年平均700万ドルでダラス・カウボーイズのブランドン・オーブリーと並び、NFLで最高額のキッカーとなる。
この契約は5月11日、ESPNのアダム・シェフター記者によって報じられた。以前の契約の最終年を迎えていたボスウェルは、今回の合意により2030年シーズンまでスティーラーズに所属することになる。35歳のボスウェルは、ライス大学卒業後にドラフト外で入団して以来、2015年からチームの主力プレースキッカーを務めている。
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Pittsburgh Steelers beat writers discussed several offseason topics on Monday, including contract extensions and roster evaluations.
Dallas Cowboys kicker Brandon Aubrey has agreed to a four-year, $28 million contract extension, becoming the highest-paid kicker in NFL history. The deal includes a record $20 million in guaranteed money, surpassing previous benchmarks set by Harrison Butker. Aubrey, a three-time All-Pro, continues to anchor the Cowboys' special teams.
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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.
The Pittsburgh Steelers are preparing to extend cornerback Joey Porter Jr. following recent deals for other 2023 draft picks. Local insider Mark Kaboly reported that a long-term contract is a matter of when, not if. Discussions center on annual salaries between $25 million and $30 million.
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The Pittsburgh Steelers have agreed to terms with quarterback Aaron Rodgers on a one-year contract for the 2026 season, worth up to $25 million with $22 million guaranteed. Rodgers, 42, will reunite with head coach Mike McCarthy after leading the team to the AFC North title last year.
Amid ongoing speculation about his long-term future, Pittsburgh Steelers outside linebacker Nick Herbig is advised to bet on himself by playing out 2026 and entering free agency in 2027, potentially commanding top-dollar deals, rather than signing an extension now. His agent expressed a desire for Herbig to stay in Pittsburgh for life, but recent free agency contracts suggest higher earnings await.
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The Pittsburgh Steelers targeted their special teams weaknesses during the 2026 NFL Draft, selecting players to bolster returns and core contributions. This move addresses losses from free agency and a coaching change. The team added dynamic return specialist Kaden Wetjen and versatile fullback Riley Nowakowski.