Overview
- Multiple outlets report a two-year agreement in the $8.25–$8.5 million range, with KSTP citing $8.25 million total and $3.7 million guaranteed.
- The deal was reached during the free-agency negotiation window, with formal signing expected when contracts can be executed this week.
- Pierre is coming off a breakout 2025 season highlighted by a 50.9 passer rating allowed when targeted and a target EPA of -5.1.
- The move reunites Pierre with defensive coach Gerald Alexander, with local reporting indicating he could play outside opposite Isaiah Rodgers as Byron Murphy Jr. shifts to nickel.
- The Steelers re-signed Asante Samuel Jr. on a one-year, $4 million contract, clarifying Pittsburgh’s choice at cornerback as Pierre departs after six seasons and 95 games (147 tackles, 22 passes defended, four interceptions).