Texans Agree to Historic $150 Million Contract Extension With Will Anderson Jr.

The Houston Texans and defensive end Will Anderson Jr. have put an end to weeks of speculation. The two sides have agreed to a multi-year contract extension that will keep one of the league’s premier pass rushers with the organization for the foreseeable future.

Anderson has quickly established himself, earning two Pro Bowl trips, a First Team All-Pro nod, and the Defensive Rookie of the Year award.

Now, he has reset the market for non-quarterbacks.

Will Anderson Jr. Makes History With Texans Contract Extension

GettyWill Anderson Jr. #51 of the Houston Texans celebrates a touchdown against the Seattle Seahawks.

Houston traded up to draft Anderson third overall in the 2023 draft. They picked up his fifth-year option earlier this offseason. It was presumed to only be a matter of time before they agreed to a long-term deal.

Also as expected, Anderson’s contract is of historic proportions.

“The #Texans and All-Pro edge Will Anderson Jr. have agreed on a blockbuster, 3-year, $150M extension with $134M guaranteed to make him the NFL’s highest paid non-QB ever,” NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport reported on X on April 17. “The deal, which includes a rare no-trade clause, was done by @AgentNicoleLynn of @KlutchSports.”

According to KPRC 2’s Aaron Wilson, Anderson’s deal includes a $32 million signing bonus and $100 million fully guaranteed. It also has a no-trade clause.

Anderson, who turns 25 in September, set career-highs in 2025 with 54 total tackles, 12.0 sacks, 3 forced fumbles, and 2 fumble recoveries. He overtakes Micah Parsons of the Green Bay Packers as the highest-paid non-QB.

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