This offseason, Watt was entering into the final season of his previous four-year deal. Seeking long-term financial security, Watt and his team engaged in contract talks that took longer than both sides likely wanted.

Pittsburgh signed a three-year, $123 million contract extension with linebacker TJ Watt; If confirmed, the deal would make Watt the highest-paid player in NFL history (without being a quarterback). That's a salary that has been reset twice during the offseason,