The Pittsburgh Steelers have agreed on a contract extension, making him the highest paid safety in NFL history, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter. 

Fitzpatrick and the Steelers have agreed to a four-year deal worth $18.4 million per season. It also includes $36 million guaranteed. 

Fitzpatrick arrived in Pittsburgh in 2019 and has since become one of the NFL's best defensive players. In a Steelers uniform, the 25-year-old safety has been named an All-Pro and Pro Bowler twice. 

During his time in Pittsburgh, Fitzpatrick has accumulated 11 interceptions, three forced fumbles, four fumble recoveries and two touchdowns. This past season he recorded a career-high 124 tackles.  

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