Taz stays a ‘Burgher for five more years
Troy “Taz” Polamalu and the Steelers agreed today to a contract extension that will keep him in Black ‘n Gold for another five years. The contract makes him (rightfully) the highest-paid safety in the league at $33 million over the duration of the contract. As reported by the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, he will receive more than $15 million in signing and roster bonuses.
With all current contract negotiations complete, coach Mike Tomlin is free to focus solely on football in his first training camp, as disgruntled guard Alan Faneca has vowed to participate in all camp activities and should not become a distraction for a team that is looking to return to their 2005 form.