Did Jaylen Warren secure extension with Steelers? All about his new contract, earnings for 2025 NFL Season

Jaylen Warren has signed a two-year contract with the Steelers, as announced by his agent. In his final contract year, he will earn over $5.3 million in 2025.

Updated on: Sep 1, 2025, 21:55:45 IST

By Shweta Kukreti

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Returning back Jaylen Warren is expected to remain around Pittsburgh as he has committed to a two-year agreement with the Steelers, announced his agent, David Canter. Warren, who is in the last year of his current contract, will earn slightly more than $5.3 million in 2025.

Pittsburgh Steelers running back Jaylen Warren, center, participates in the football team's OTA workout in Pittsburgh, Thursday, June 5, 2025. (AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar) (AP)

Following his undrafted 2022 arrival, Warren has played 48 games for the Steelers during the regular season. He has 127 catches for 894 yards and 346 carries for 1,674 yards and six touchdowns. In two postseason games, he also has six catches for 35 yards and 10 carries for 44 yards.

In Pittsburgh, Najee Harris was the starting back throughout Warren's first three seasons, but this season, Warren is at the highest position of the depth chart. He's expected to remain there in 2026 and 2027 if all goes according to plan.

All about Jaylen Warren's earning

Warren's agreement will pay him more than $7 million this year, with $12 million guaranteed, as per Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. According to Spotrac, Warren's new contract will be included to the Steelers' $259.1 million salary cap, which puts them $20 million below the NFL salary cap of $279.2 million.

Warren was previously scheduled to play the 2025 season on a one-year contract after signing a limited free agency tender worth $5.3 million in April, so Monday's agreement gives him extra security.

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Jaylen Warren and Steelers

Pittsburgh's attack is anticipated to look considerably different this year with the arrival of experienced quarterback Aaron Rodgers. The squad improved their passing offense by acquiring outstanding receiver DK Metcalf from the Seattle Seahawks and trading wide receiver George Pickens to the Dallas Cowboys.

Monday's deal indicates that the Steelers believe Warren is an important part of their prospects as they seek for a position in the Super Bowl this season and beyond. The Pittsburgh Steelers will face the New York Jets on Sunday to kick off their 2025 campaign.

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Shweta Kukreti
Shweta Kukreti has over 8 years of experience in covering Indian and world politics. She joined the Hindustan Times in 2024 and is primarily assigned to the US desk. She currently works as Deputy Chief Content Producer and reports on a wide range of topics, including US politics, immigration issues (especially H-1B visa) and major global events. Shweta strongly emphasizes team operations, which encompasses monitoring news, delegating tasks, editing, developing comprehensive coverage strategies, and crafting engaging, and data-informed narratives. She received the Digi Star Award at the Hindustan Times within a year of joining for her broad coverage of US politics. In 2025, she earned both a promotion and a redesignation, a significant achievement recognising her contributions and the strong value she brings to the team. She has previously worked with the Indian Express, HTDS, ANI and Republic World. Seniors in all the media organisations recognised her work. Regarding education, she earned a BA (Hons.) in Political Science and a master's degree from Delhi University, and she pursued a PG Diploma in English Journalism from the Indian Institution of Mass Communication (IIMC). She also holds a diploma in Women's Empowerment and Development from IGNOU University and a French certification course from Alliance Française de Delhi. If not working, you can find her exploring the hills and engaging in adventurous activities in Rishikesh and Himachal Pradesh. She loves to play badminton, volleyball, and chess, and spend time with her friends and family. She also enjoys spiritual activities.Read More

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