T.J. Watt signed a three-year, $123 million contract extension with the Pittsburgh Steelers, making him the highest-paid non-quarterback in NFL history. The deal includes $108 million fully guaranteed and surpasses the career earnings of his brother, J.J. Watt.

Appearing on The Rich Eisen Show, Heyward addressed Watt’s ongoing contract dispute with the Steelers. The longtime Pittsburgh defensive lineman made it clear: Watt deserves to be paid what he’s worth, and that means top-tier money – on par with the highest-paid defenders in the NFL.

The Pittsburgh Steelers are facing a high-stakes contract standoff with one of the NFL’s premier pass rushers. With the edge rusher market reaching unprecedented heights, negotiations with T.J. Watt have hit significant roadblocks that could extend deep into the preseason.