The Pittsburgh Steelers are extending Mitch Trubisky to a degree rarely seen with a backup quarterback.
The team announced Friday it signed the former Chicago Bears starter to a new three-year contract. Per NFL Network's Ian Rapoport, the deal is set to pay Trubisky $19.4 million with incentives worth up to $33 million.
Trubisky was previously under contract for one more season in Pittsburgh with a cap of hit of $10.6 million, but this deal will likely give the Steelers more wiggle room under the cap. He is now reportedly guaranteed $8 million for next season.