2003 WPDE Zoneman winner Lawrence Timmons has signed a six year, $50 million dollar contract with the Pittsburgh Steelers. The linebacker had one year remaining on his current deal. The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports there are also $18 million dollars in bonuses.
Timmons signing is the big headline in the NFL on Tuesday:
ESPN.com: Steelers sign Timmons
Pittsburgh Post Gazette: Steelers sign Timmons
Here's some great analysis by CBS Sports Will Brinson on the Timmons signing:
CBS Sports: Timmons deal a perfect "Steelers" signing
Lawrence Timmons won WPDE's Zoneman Trophy in 2003. Here is WPDE's 2003 WPDE Zoneman feature: Lawrence Timmons HS highlights
