Linebacker Solomon Elimimian is about to become the CFL's highest paid defensive player.

According to TSN's Farhan Lalji, the B.C. Lions will announce on Tuesday that Elimimian has signed a long-term deal with the club.

There was some speculation the All-Star may become a free agent on Tuesday because he signed a one-year contract last season. However, he signed two one-year deals, the second of which the team could register with the league at any time.

Last season, the Hawaii product picked up 143 tackles and five quarterback sacks.