Jaylen Warren will be staying in Pittsburgh for the next few years. On Sunday, September 1, 2025, his agent, David Canter, shared that the running back has agreed to a two-year contract extension with the Pittsburgh Steelers. Warren is currently in the final season of his old deal and will earn a little over $5.3 million this year. With the new contract, the Steelers have locked in one of their most reliable players through the 2026 and 2027 NFL seasons.Jaylen Warren joined the Steelers in 2022 after going undrafted. Since then, he has made himself an important part of the team. In three years, he has played in 48 regular-season games. During that time, Warren carried the ball 346 times for 1,674 yards and scored six touchdowns. He also caught 127 passes for 894 yards. In the playoffs, he added 44 rushing yards on 10 carries and made six catches for 35 yards.For most of his early career, Najee Harris was the main running back for Pittsburgh. Warren worked behind him and slowly built his role. But this year, the Steelers listed Warren as their top option in the backfield. His extension shows the trust the team now has in him. Fans in Pittsburgh are excited to see what he can do with more touches.When asked about the deal, Warren's agent David Canter said, "Jaylen Warren worked hard for this moment. He earned it, and the Steelers believe in his future." The agreement gives Jaylen Warren more security and gives the team a steady leader at running back.Najee Harris has been the star name in the Steelers' running game since he was drafted in 2021. But Jaylen Warren's energy, speed, and strong play have helped him climb to the top of the depth chart. This season, Pittsburgh plans to rely on him more than ever.Also Read: Patrick Mahomes Drops Unseen Family Photos With Wife Brittany And Children On Her 30th BirthdayNajee Harris is still an important part of the roster, but the shift shows how much the team values Warren. In training camp and preseason this summer in Pittsburgh, Warren took most of the first-team reps. Coaches praised his vision and ability to break tackles. Head coach Mike Tomlin earlier said, "Jaylen has shown consistency. That's what we want in our system."By signing him now, the Pittsburgh Steelers avoid the risk of losing Jaylen Warren in free agency after 2025. The two-year extension means the 26-year-old running back will be a part of Pittsburgh's plans as they build their offence for the coming years.