Trending Now - Texans Lock in Will Anderson Jr. With $150M Contract Extension
WHO:
Heavy NFL - Micah Parsons shared a three-word reaction to Will Anderson Jr.'s contract extension, expressing his thoughts on social media.
Heavy NFL - Jonathan Greenard, a Minnesota Vikings player, expressed happiness for his former teammate Will Anderson Jr. after the contract extension.
Heavy NFL - Micah Parsons reacted to Will Anderson Jr.'s contract with a three-word message.
Daily Mail NFL - Will Anderson Jr. was selected by the Houston Texans with the third overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft.
ESPN - Will Anderson Jr. is an All-Pro defensive end for the Houston Texans.
Pro Football Network - Micah Parsons is a player who reacted to Anderson's contract.
WHAT:
NBC Sports - Will Anderson Jr.'s contract extension is reported to be worth $150 million over three years, with $134 million guaranteed, making him the highest-paid non-quarterback in NFL history.
Heavy NFL - Will Anderson Jr. has reset the market for edge rushers with his record-setting contract, which is the largest ever awarded to a non-quarterback in NFL history.
Acme Packing Company - Anderson's contract includes $134 million in guarantees, compared to Micah Parsons' $123.1 million guaranteed at signing.
Acme Packing Company - Anderson has averaged 69 pressures per year over his three years in the league, compared to Micah Parsons' 83.6 pressures per season since he came into the league in 2021.
NBC Sports - Will Anderson Jr.'s contract extension includes a no-trade clause, which was not previously mentioned in the existing summary.
Acme Packing Company - Anderson's contract averages $50 million per year, which is a nearly 8 percent increase over Micah Parsons' previous average of $46.5 million per season.
Acme Packing Company - Will Anderson Jr.'s new contract averages $50 million per year, which is an increase of nearly 8 percent over Micah Parsons' previous average of $46.5 million per season.
NBC Sports - Anderson was a first-team All-Pro for the first time in 2025.
Daily Mail NFL - Will Anderson Jr. received the biggest contract ever awarded to a non-quarterback in NFL history.
NBC Sports - Will Anderson Jr. was already under contract with the Texans through 2027 after the club picked up his fifth-year option.
NBC Sports - Anderson finished No. 2 in AP defensive player of the year voting in 2025 after tallying 12.0 sacks, 20 tackles for loss, and 23 quarterback hits in 17 games.
NBC Sports - With Anderson’s deal completed, the Texans can now focus on a long-term contract for their No. 2 overall pick in the 2023 draft, quarterback C.J. Stroud.
NBC Sports - Will Anderson Jr.'s contract extension includes $134 million guaranteed and a no-trade clause.
NBC Sports - Anderson was the 2023 AP defensive rookie of the year and has been selected to the Pro Bowl twice.
NBC Sports - In the 2025 season, Anderson recorded 12.0 sacks, 20 tackles for loss, and 23 quarterback hits in 17 games.
NBC Sports - Over his 46 career appearances, Anderson has accumulated 30.0 sacks, 46 tackles for loss, and 64 quarterback hits.
Heavy NFL - Will Anderson Jr. has reset the market for edge rushers with his record-setting contract.
ESPN - Will Anderson Jr. signed a three-year contract extension worth $150 million with the Houston Texans.
NY Post - This contract makes Anderson the highest-paid non-quarterback in the NFL.
Heavy NFL - The Texans have agreed to a historic contract extension with Anderson.
WHERE:
NY Post - The contract was signed with the Houston Texans, an NFL team based in Houston, Texas.
WHEN:
RotoWire NFL - The contract extension was signed on April 15th, 2026, as confirmed by multiple sources.
Heavy NFL - The Texans traded up to select Will Anderson Jr. on April 27th, 2023, during the NFL Draft, after taking their starting quarterback with the second pick that same year.
RotoWire NFL - The contract extension was signed on April 15th, 2026, which is already noted, but the confirmation of the signing date is reiterated in multiple sources.
RotoWire NFL - The contract extension was signed on April 15th, 2026.
Heavy NFL - The Texans traded up to select Will Anderson Jr. on April 27th, 2023, during the NFL Draft.
RotoWire NFL - The contract extension was signed on Friday, April 15th, 2026.
WHY:
Sportskeeda - Skip Bayless highlighted the financial implications of Will Anderson Jr.'s contract, noting the disparity between his earnings and those of Patrick Mahomes.
Sportskeeda - Skip Bayless highlighted the disparity between Will Anderson Jr.'s annual earnings and those of Patrick Mahomes following the contract extension, emphasizing the financial implications of the deal.
Sportskeeda - Skip Bayless highlighted the disparity between Will Anderson Jr.'s annual earnings and those of Patrick Mahomes following the contract extension.
Heavy NFL - The Texans' decision to trade up for Anderson was influenced by their earlier selection of a starting quarterback with the second pick in the same draft.
ESPN - The extension reflects Anderson's performance and value as a key player for the Texans since joining the team.
HOW:
Acme Packing Company - Anderson's contract includes $134 million in guarantees, compared to Micah Parsons' $123.1 million guaranteed at signing, which is a new comparison not previously mentioned.
Acme Packing Company - Anderson's contract includes $134 million in guarantees, compared to Micah Parsons' $123.1 million guaranteed at signing.
ESPN - The deal was reported by Adam Schefter, indicating the involvement of sources within the NFL.
(UPDATED April 18, 2026 15:08 UTC)
Will Anderson Jr. has signed a contract extension worth $150 million over three years, with an impressive $134 million guaranteed, making him the highest-paid non-quarterback in NFL history. The deal was finalized on Wednesday, and Micah Parsons shared a brief reaction to the news on social media. Additionally, Skip Bayless pointed out the financial gap between Anderson's earnings and those of star quarterback Patrick Mahomes.
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(UPDATED April 18, 2026 11:08 UTC)
Will Anderson Jr. has made headlines by signing a record-setting contract that is the largest ever awarded to a non-quarterback in NFL history, with $134 million in guarantees. This surpasses the previous record held by Micah Parsons, who had $123.1 million guaranteed at signing, although Anderson has averaged 69 pressures per year over his three seasons, while Parsons has averaged 83.6 pressures per season since entering the league in 2021. The Texans traded up to select AndersApril 27thth, 2023, right after they picked their starting quarterback with the second overall selection that same year.
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(UPDATED April 18, 2026 07:17 UTC)
Will Anderson Jr. recently signed a contract extension on Wednesday, that averages $50 million per year and includes a no-trade clause, marking a nearly 8 percent increase over Micah Parsons' previous average. His former teammate, Jonathan Greenard of the Minnesota Vikings, expressed happiness for Anderson, while Skip Bayless pointed out the significant earnings disparity between Anderson and Patrick Mahomes. Additionally, Anderson's deal features $134 million in guarantees, surpassing the $123.1 million guaranteed at signing for Parsons.
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(UPDATED April 18, 2026 05:30 UTC)
Will Anderson Jr. has signed a new contract with Acme Packing Company that averages $50 million per year, marking an increase of nearly 8 percent over Micah Parsons' previous average of $46.5 million per season. This deal includes $134 million in guarantees, surpassing Parsons' $123.1 million guaranteed at signing. Anderson, who earned his first All-Pro selection in 2025, is now among the highest-paid players in the league.
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(UPDATED April 18, 2026 03:51 UTC)
Will Anderson Jr. has made history by signing the biggest contract ever awarded to a non-quarterback in NFL history on Wednesday. In response to this milestone, Micah Parsons shared a three-word message, while Skip Bayless pointed out the significant gap between Anderson's annual earnings and those of Patrick Mahomes. This contract extension is a notable moment in the league, reflecting the evolving landscape of player salaries.
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(UPDATED April 18, 2026 01:20 UTC)
The Houston Texans have solidified their defense by finalizing a contract extension for Will Anderson Jr., who was already under contract through 2027 after the team exercised his fifth-year option. Anderson, who finished second in the AP defensive player of the year voting in 2025, recorded an impressive 12 sacks, 20 tackles for loss, and 23 quarterback hits over 17 games. With Anderson's deal now completed, the Texans are turning their attention to securing a long-term contract for quarterback C.J. Stroud, their No. 2 overall pick from the 2023 draft.
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(UPDATED April 17, 2026 23:09 UTC)
Will Anderson Jr. has secured a contract extension worth $134 million guaranteed, which includes a no-trade clause. The standout defensive player, who was named the 2023 AP Defensive Rookie of the Year and has made two Pro Bowl selections, recorded an impressive 12.0 sacks and 20 tackles for loss during the 2025 season. Over his 46 career appearances, Anderson has tallied a total of 30.0 sacks, 46 tackles for loss, and 64 quarterback hits.
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(UPDATED April 17, 2026 21:11 UTC)
Will Anderson Jr. was selected by the Houston Texans with the third overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft, which took place April 27th. Since then, he has reset the market for edge rushers with a record-setting contract, showcasing the Texans' commitment to building a strong team. This decision to trade up for Anderson came after the Texans had already chosen a starting quarterback with the second pick in the same draft.
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(UPDATED April 17, 2026 19:20 UTC)
Will Anderson Jr. has signed a groundbreaking three-year contract extension worth $150 million with the Houston Texans, making him the highest-paid non-quarterback in the NFL. The deal, reported by Adam Schefter, highlights Anderson's significant impact and value as a key player for the Texans since he joined the team. Micah Parsons, a fellow NFL player, reacted to this historic contract extension, which was finalized on Wednesday.