Pittsburgh Steelers Sign Nick Herbig; Potential Trades Loom for T.J. Watt or Alex Highsmith
Nov 2, 2025; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker T.J. Watt (90) watches the action against the Indianapolis Colts during the second half at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Barry Reeger-Imagn Images

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The Pittsburgh Steelers have signed edge rusher Nick Herbig to a four-year, $100 million contract, raising questions about the future of current outside linebackers T.J. Watt and Alex Highsmith. The team may consider trading one of their star players, with potential interest from the Chicago Bears, Detroit Lions, New England Patriots, San Francisco 49ers, and Dallas Cowboys.
- 01Nick Herbig's contract is worth $100 million, marking a significant investment by the Steelers.
- 02The Steelers may trade either T.J. Watt or Alex Highsmith to make room for Herbig.
- 03The Chicago Bears, Detroit Lions, New England Patriots, San Francisco 49ers, and Dallas Cowboys are potential trade partners.
- 04The Bears and Lions are looking to bolster their defenses as they aim for the Super Bowl.
- 05The Patriots and 49ers are also in need of edge rusher help to enhance their playoff chances.
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The Pittsburgh Steelers have finalized a four-year contract for edge rusher Nick Herbig, valued at $100 million, prompting speculation about the future of their current outside linebackers, T.J. Watt and Alex Highsmith. With this significant investment in Herbig, the Steelers may consider trading one of their star players to optimize their roster. Several teams could be potential trade partners, including the Chicago Bears, who are looking to strengthen their defense alongside an emerging offense. The Detroit Lions also seek an edge rusher to complement Aidan Hutchinson as they aim for a Super Bowl run. The New England Patriots, fresh off a significant trade for A.J. Brown, are in need of edge rusher help, while the San Francisco 49ers, facing injuries in their lineup, may benefit from acquiring either Watt or Highsmith. Lastly, the Dallas Cowboys could explore a deal to enhance their defense as they seek to support Dak Prescott in his final career stretch. The Steelers' decision will significantly impact their defensive strategy moving forward.
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The Steelers' decision to sign Herbig and potentially trade a star linebacker could reshape their defensive lineup, impacting fan engagement and team performance.
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