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 Machi 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 Mei 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 Juni 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 Juni 2026
#Steelers mandatory minicamp begins tomorrow
— Steelers Blitz (@Steelers_Blitz) 1 Juni 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.
Former Pittsburgh Steelers player James Harrison expects Nick Herbig to secure a substantial new contract soon. Harrison shared his views during a recent podcast appearance. The comments come as Herbig enters the final year of his current deal.
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The Pittsburgh Steelers intend to offer multi-year contract extensions to several members of their 2023 draft class this offseason. If successful, the moves would mark the first such class achievement in 15 years.
Pittsburgh Steelers inside linebacker Patrick Queen is set to complete the final year of his three-year contract without an extension. Beat writer Ray Fittipaldo reported no movement on the matter ahead of the 2026 season.
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Former Pittsburgh Steelers offensive lineman Trai Essex believes Nick Herbig could develop into one of the NFL's top pass rushers. Essex made the comments during a recent podcast appearance. Herbig recently signed a four-year extension worth up to $100 million with the team.