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.

The Pittsburgh Steelers and T.J. Watt will go into training camp happy. That's because on Thursday, the Steelers gave Watt a record-setting contract extension. The deal is for three years and $123 million, per ESPN's Adam Schefter. The $41 million per year average is the highest for a non-quarterback in NFL history.

This offseason, Watt was entering into the final season of his previous four-year deal. Seeking long-term financial security, Watt and his team engaged in contract talks that took longer than both sides likely wanted.