Edge Nick Herbig, Steelers, agree to four-year extension

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Edge Nick Herbig, Steelers, agree to four-year extension

Originally posted on Ball Exclusives | By Cameron Joyce | Last updated Jun 2, 2026 7:29 PM ET

Edge rusher Nick Herbig and the Pittsburgh Steelers have agreed to a four-year, $100 million contract with $42 million guaranteed. The deal is thought to be the first non-quarterback deal to surpass $100 million without starting an entire NFL season in his career.

Edge Nick Herbig and the Pittsburgh Steelers reached agreement today on a four-year, $100 million dollar extension that includes $42 million guaranteed per @MikeGarafolo and me.

The deal was negotiated by Joe DiBenedetto, Andy Simms and Ken Sarnoff of @1OF1FOOTBALL. pic.twitter.com/NHURhHBxbE

— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) June 2, 2026

Herbig was a fourth-round pick in 2023 and was set to be a free agent in 2027. He is coming off a career-high 7.5 sacks during the 2025 season. He also had 13 tackles for a loss and 18 quarterback hits throughout 15 games last season.

With Herbig now signed, the Steelers have plenty of depth at edge rusher. T.J. Watt and Alex Highsmith are both signed through 2027, which could potentially mean a move in the future.

In his career, he has tallied 79 tackles, 16 sacks, nine forced fumbles, four fumble recoveries, and an interception.

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