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Joey Porter Jr. Absent From Steelers Sideline During Game

PITTSBURGH — As the Pittsburgh Steelers began their 2026 season against the Atlanta Falcons, there was one noticeable absence on the field. Steelers cornerback Joey Porter Jr.

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'It’s Tough': Aaron Rodgers Raises Issue With Steelers HC Mike McCarthy’s Voice While Praising Their Relationship

Aaron Rodgers and Mike McCarthy spent 13 seasons together in Green Bay, forging one of the NFL’s fiercest quarterback-coach partnerships. Now, they reunite again in Pittsburgh, with McCarthy once again calling the plays for Rodgers.

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The 'Most yards through two NFL seasons' quiz

32 quarterbacks in NFL history have throw for more than 6,000 yards in the first two seasons of their career. How many of those QBs can you name in five minutes?

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When will every NFL team lose its first game in 2026?

All 32 teams have hope for a perfect 17-0 regular season as another year begins, but the odds aren't in their favor. As the season opens, we predict the first loss for each team in 2026.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / September 13

Steelers Face Uncomfortable Warning About Offensive Line

The Pittsburgh Steelers have invested too much in their offensive line for patience to feel particularly comfortable anymore. Most of the group is young, much of it is homegrown and the organization has spent several offseasons trying to build a front capable of becoming an offensive strength.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Pittsburgh Steelers on SI / September 13

Steelers Make Emergency QB Decision for Falcons Game

With four quarterbacks on the roster, two of whom have clearly-defined roles in Aaron Rodgers and Mason Rudolph as the starter and backup, respectively, the only potential intrigue was who the Pittsburgh Steelers would go with as their No.

Joey Porter Jr. News / Field Level Media / September 13

Reports: Steelers CB Joey Porter Jr. expected to sit Week 1

Steelers cornerback Joey Porter Jr. is expected to sit out Week 1 with a back injury with the fourth-year defensive back and Pittsburgh's front office at "an impasse" in contract extension talks.

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The significant NFL players returning from injury in 2026

Be it stars returning from late-season injuries to starter-level players who missed most or all of last season, the NFL features a host of rehab odysseys to follow as training camps near.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / September 13

Steelers' Horrific Issue From 2025 May Have Finally Been Solved

The Pittsburgh Steelers have spoken at length about how Head Coach Mike McCarthy has come in and made massive changes to the team. So many new things have been implemented, from how the unit practices to when it watches film.

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NFL News / Athlon Sports / September 13

3 Bold Steelers Week 1 Predictions Against the Falcons

The Pittsburgh Steelers are set to open the 2026 season against the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday, beginning a new era under head coach Mike McCarthy. Week 1 always brings an element of unpredictability, but Pittsburgh enters the matchup with several opportunities to make an immediate statement on both sides of the ball.

T.J. Watt News / Steeler Nation / September 13

Steelers' TJ Watt Is In Completely Unknown Territory As Pressure Mounts For 2026

The Pittsburgh Steelers are getting ready for the start of the 2026 season, and the fan base is fairly optimistic about the outlook of the first year under the new coaching staff.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / September 13

Steelers' Bill Cowher Makes Bold Prediction About Mike McCarthy's New Identity

The Pittsburgh Steelers are officially entering a new era, and there may not be anyone better equipped to understand the magnitude of that transition than Bill Cowher.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / September 13

Which Steelers to Start or Sit in Week 1 vs. Falcons

The Pittsburgh Steelers open the 2026 season against the Atlanta Falcons, giving fantasy football managers their first opportunity to see how Mike McCarthy‘s offense will operate in a regular-season game.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / September 13

DK Metcalf Gives Unexpected Germie Bernard Review Before Steelers Debut

The Pittsburgh Steelers invested heavily in Germie Bernard because they believed his versatility and competitive personality could translate quickly to the NFL.

Joey Porter Jr. News / Steeler Nation / September 13

Steelers' trade partner for Joey Porter Jr. quickly emerges in NFC

The organization and Porter are at an impasse in contract talks.

Steelers' latest move could be bad news for Joey Porter Jr.

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Joey Porter Jr. News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 13

Steelers CB Joey Porter Jr. Unlikely To Play Week 1 As Trade Remains On Table

According to Adam Schefter and Ian Rapoport, Steelers CB Joey Porter Jr. is unlikely to play in Week 1 today against the Falcons because of a back injury. They add that a trade remains a possible outcome for the Steelers and Porter, who aren’t close to a long-term deal.

Aaron Rodgers News / Pittsburgh Steelers on SI / September 13