The Pittsburgh Steelers extended their franchise cornerstone in edge rusher T.J. Watt to a three-year deal, setting the tone for defensive players across the league. With an average annual value of $41 million each season, Watt is being paid handsomely for being one of the most dominant defensive players in league history. Watt becomes the highest paid non-quarterback in the history of the National Football League, making $1 million more a season than division rival Myles Garrett. Early on in the media reaction, there has already been significant praise and criticism from across NFL media.