While the 2025-26 NFL season is steadily approaching its commencement date, the Pittsburgh Steelers have yet to settle the ongoing contract negotiations with T.J. Watt. The veteran linebacker has been with the Steelers throughout his professional career,

T.J. Watt contract talks drag on, ESPN’s Brooke Pryor has identified a major holdup in the negotiation process.

In an appearance on 93.7 The Fan on Friday, Steelers reporter Mark Kaboly said Watt would “probably” command a second-round pick in a trade, which the Steelers might consider if negotiations reach a “point of no return.”