The Pittsburgh Steelers today signed safety Troy Polamalu to a four-year contract extension which will pay the Trojan alum (a first round pick of the Steelers in 2003) $33 million through the 2011 season, making him the NFL’s highest paid safety. He will receive $15.375 million in both guarantees and roster bonuses.

Steelers lock up Polamalu through 2011 season (ESPN)