Pittsburgh Steelers defensive lineman Keeanu Benton is signed to a contract extension, according to multiple reports. NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport reports the deal is completed, while other outlets describe the agreement reached earlier, all pointing to the same contract value and team commitment.
The extension is described as four years and $72 million, with several sources noting it sets a franchise record for a defensive lineman with the Steelers. One report adds that Benton is tied to Pittsburgh through the 2030 season. The contract is also framed by some outlets as part of the Steelers’ continued investment in their defensive line, including the unit led by linebacker T.J. Watt, though the specific on-field pairing is presented as context rather than a structural change to the team.
One outlet (Winnipeg Free Press) characterizes the arrangement as a five-year deal, while most others specify a four-year extension. Otherwise, coverage converges on the core details: Benton receives a major, record-setting extension to remain with Pittsburgh.
