When it comes to rushing the passer, the only other player who appears to be a threat to Watt's stronghold on the No. 1 position is Cleveland Browns defensive end Myles Garrett, who signed a four-year, $160 million contract ($40 million per season) earlier this offseason.

T.J. Watt has already reported to Steelers training camp with a new contract and big Super Bowl hopes. However, the challenge will be enormous despite the arrival of Aaron Rodgers as quarterback.

Ryan Clark weighs in on the historic contract extension between the Pittsburgh Steelers and linebacker T.J. Watt.

On Thursday, the Pittsburgh Steelers agreed to terms with T.J. on a historic three-year, $123 million extension that made him the highest-paid non-quarterback in NFL history with a $41 million AAV. It surpassed wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase of the Cincinnati Bengals ($40.25 million) and rival Cleveland Browns pass rusher Myles Garrett ($40 million).

Pro Bowl pass rusher TJ Watt signed a contract extension with the Pittsburgh Steelers. Reports indicate Watt's deal is worth $123