Will Anderson Jr. Set for Major Extension with Houston Texans
Houston Texans Fans Find Out The Price Tag On A Will Anderson Jr. Extension
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The Houston Texans are preparing to extend the contract of Will Anderson Jr., a top defensive player drafted third overall in 2023. With the edge rusher market exceeding $40 million, Anderson's new deal could surpass the current highest salary for an edge rusher, currently held by Micah Parsons at approximately $46.5 million per season.
- 01Will Anderson Jr. was drafted third overall by the Houston Texans in 2023.
- 02The Texans are expected to pick up the fifth-year options for both Will Anderson Jr. and quarterback C.J. Stroud.
- 03The edge rusher market surged in 2025, exceeding $40 million for top players.
- 04Anderson's extension could make him the highest-paid edge rusher in the NFL.
- 05Current top edge rusher Micah Parsons earns about $46.5 million per season.
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The Houston Texans, following a transformative 2023 NFL Draft where they secured two top-three picks, are now focusing on extending the contract of Will Anderson Jr., a standout defensive player selected third overall. As players from the draft class enter their third NFL season in 2025, they become eligible for contract extensions. The Texans are expected to exercise the fifth-year options for both Anderson and quarterback C.J. Stroud, allowing them an additional year to evaluate Stroud's performance. The edge rusher market has seen significant growth, with top players now earning over $40 million annually. NFL insider Tom Pelissero indicated that Anderson's new deal could start with a figure in the $40 million range, and potentially exceed $46.5 million, currently the highest salary for an edge rusher held by Micah Parsons of the Green Bay Packers. Anderson's combination of on-field talent and leadership qualities makes him a valuable asset for the Texans, both on and off the field.
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The extension of Will Anderson Jr. could solidify the Texans' defense and enhance the team's competitiveness in the NFL.
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