Ex-Steelers Player Vows to Prove Tomlin Wrong After 6x Salary Jump With Titans

Pittsburgh, PA – A former Steelers starter has turned heads across the NFL after signing a massive contract with the Tennessee Titans, vowing to prove his former team wrong in the process. His new deal marks a staggering six-fold increase over his previous salary in Pittsburgh, signaling how dramatically his market value has risen.

During his time with the Steelers, the offensive lineman was often criticized as inconsistent, with doubts lingering about whether he could anchor the unit long-term. But while the organization moved in another direction, the Titans saw untapped potential — and paid big to bring him to Nashville.

The player didn’t hesitate to address the money disparity and the doubt surrounding him. In a bold message clearly aimed back at Pittsburgh, he declared:

“They said I wasn’t worth more, but the Titans gave me six times that. Now, I’m here to show Coach Tomlin exactly what he got wrong.”

The numbers back him up. In Pittsburgh, he averaged just over $1 million per year across his rookie deal, earning a total of around $3.37 million with less than $700,000 guaranteed. With Tennessee, he’s now locked into a contract averaging $20.5 million annually, with a staggering $50 million guaranteed. That’s nearly 20 times higher in yearly salary and more than 70 times in guaranteed money — a leap that underscores just how differently the two franchises valued him.

That offensive lineman is Dan Moore Jr., whose departure has instantly become one of the hottest debates of the offseason. Was he undervalued in Pittsburgh, or did the Steelers make a smart move cutting ties?

Known for his toughness and versatility, Moore started multiple seasons in Pittsburgh, battling some of the league’s toughest pass rushers. While not always perfect, he proved durable and dependable — qualities that drew Tennessee’s attention and convinced them to invest heavily in him as a cornerstone tackle.

The Steelers’ decision to let him walk has sparked plenty of controversy among fans and analysts. Some argue Mike Tomlin underestimated Moore’s long-term value, while others believe Pittsburgh made the right call by moving on. For Moore, though, the mission is simple: prove he’s worth every dollar.

As training camp unfolds, all eyes will be on the Titans’ new acquisition. If he delivers, Moore won’t just be cashing in on a lucrative contract — he’ll be making a statement to his former team and cementing his place as one of the NFL’s most determined offensive linemen.