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The team notably had no problem re-signing tight end Darnell Washington, linebacker Nick Herbig and defensive lineman Keeanu Benton to lucrative contract extensions for lesser roles either.

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Washington received a lucrative extension for a lesser role, setting precedent for Porter Jr.

Tight end who was re-signed to a lucrative contract extension despite having a lesser role; the Steelers' willingness to invest in Washington's extension is cited as precedent that Joey Porter Jr. can point to when negotiating for top-tier cornerback pay.