Pittsburgh Steelers Extend EDGE Rusher Nick Herbig with $100 Million Contract
Jan 12, 2026; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Nick Herbig (51) gestures against the Houston Texans during the first quarter in an AFC Wild Card Round game at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

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The Pittsburgh Steelers have signed EDGE rusher Nick Herbig to a four-year, $100 million contract, including $42 million guaranteed, keeping him with the team through the 2029 season. This extension comes as Herbig has shown significant potential, ranking highly in pass rush efficiency and forced fumbles.
- 01Nick Herbig's contract averages $25 million annually, ranking 16th among EDGE rushers.
- 02Herbig recorded 47 pressures, placing him 30th in the league despite limited snaps.
- 03He led the league with a 25% pass rush win rate in the 2025 season.
- 04Herbig has forced nine fumbles in his career, seven in the last two seasons.
- 05His performance in 2025 surpassed that of established teammates T.J. Watt and Alex Highsmith.
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The Pittsburgh Steelers have made a significant move by extending EDGE rusher Nick Herbig with a four-year contract worth $100 million, including $42 million guaranteed. This deal, finalized during the first day of mandatory minicamp, secures Herbig's position with the team through the 2029 season. Initially considered a surprising choice for an extension ahead of other draft class members, Herbig's performance has justified the Steelers' decision. His average annual value of $25 million positions him as the 16th highest-paid EDGE rusher in the NFL, indicating that the team may have secured a bargain given his potential. Herbig's impressive stats include 47 pressures, ranking him 30th in the league, and a leading 25% pass rush win rate in 2025. With nine forced fumbles in his career, Herbig has proven to be a valuable asset for the Steelers, showcasing his ability to create turnovers. As the team looks to the future, Herbig's growth could make him the top pass rusher in Pittsburgh.
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Herbig's extension solidifies the Steelers' defensive lineup, enhancing their pass rush capabilities.
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