Pittsburgh Steelers star edge rusher T.J. Watt signed a three-year, $123 million contract extension, making him the NFL's highest-paid non-quarterback. The deal includes $108 million guaranteed, slightly surpassing Myles Garrett's recent contract. Watt, a perennial Defensive Player of the Year candidate, skipped offseason workouts to emphasize his contract demands. General Manager Omar Khan secured the deal before training camp, avoiding potential distractions. Watt aims to contribute to ending the Steelers' eight-year playoff winless streak.

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