Alex Highsmith agrees to a new contract extension from the Pittsburgh Steelers for $68 million for four years
- Alex Highsmith entered the final year of his contract with the Pittsburgh Steelers
- Now, after an excellent 2022 season, he has signed a new four-year contract
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Outside linebacker Alex Highsmith agreed to a four-year, $68 million contract extension with the Pittsburgh Steelers on Wednesday.
“This organization, it’s history. Everyone here, it’s a first class organization. It’s a great place to play,” Highsmith said in a release released by the team.
“I like playing on this defense. I like the coaching staff. I like everything about it.
“I am (Team President) Mr. (Art) Rooney, (Managing Manager) Omar (Khan) So grateful to be able to stay here for another four years. I’m ready to go after it and get to work.”
Outside linebacker Alex Highsmith agreed to a four-year, $68 million new contract with the Steelers
Multiple reports pegged the renewal value at $68 million, which would push Highsmith into the top 10 for annual pay among pass rushers.
Highsmith posted a career-best 14.5 sacks in 2022, entering the final season of his four-year, $4.499 million rookie contract prior to overtime.
Highsmith, 25, led the NFL last season with five forced fumbles and has 22.5 career sacks.
ESPN reported that Highsmith will receive $38 million guaranteed in the first two years of the deal.
A third-round pick in 2020, Highsmith has 38 starts in 49 career games.