While it appears both Watt and the Steelers are eager to get a deal done, it doesn't sound like they are closing in on the particulars of such an agreement just yet.

Watt has been looking for a new contract extension this offseason. He deserves to be paid more than he's currently being paid, especially after the Cleveland Browns' new deal with

Insider Peter Schrager recently predicted the Steelers will extend T.J. Watt before the Bengals do the same with their own star defender.

Pittsburgh Steelers safety DeShon Elliott agreed to a two-year, $12.5 million extension that includes $9.21 million in guarantees, NFL Network reported. Elliott has elected to stay with the Steelers despite the team signing quarterback Aaron Rodgers to a one-year contract.

The Pittsburgh Steelers and safety DeShon Elliott agreed to terms on a two-year contract extension worth $12.5 million, his agency, Wasserman, confirmed.