T.J. Watt's contract situation may be nearing a turning point, as Mike Tomlin and the Steelers are reportedly close to making a key move that could shape the future of their defensive cornerstone.

PITTSBURGH -- Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin is confident that the team will reach a deal with star outside linebacker T.J. Watt, but added he is unsure of exactly when that will happen.

The Pittsburgh Steelers have been one of the most consistent teams in the NFL since Mike Tomlin took over as head coach. Tomlin has never coached a team with a record under .500, and while the Steelers haven’t made a deep postseason run for a few years,