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Joey Porter Jr.’s Price Revealed as Chiefs Emerge as Landing Spot for Steelers CB

Joey Porter Jr. has been locked in stalled contract extension talks with the Pittsburgh Steelers all through the offseason. The clock is ticking for the franchise, now that Christian Gonzalez and Devon Witherspoon have reset the cornerback market.

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Latest On Potential Joey Porter Jr. Trade; Chiefs, Lions, Giants Teams To Watch?

The Steelers placed cornerback Joey Porter Jr. on the active/PUP list after he suffered a back injury at the start of training camp in late July. Porter didn’t return to practice until Sept.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 26

Three Mock Trades For Steelers CB Joey Porter Jr.

Steelers CB Joey Porter Jr. might be the most notable name that’s popped up in trade rumors as the regular season draws closer. He’s entering the final year of his rookie contract and is a prime extension candidate as a former Day 2 draft pick coming off his best season in 2025.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / July 15

AFC Notes: Joe Burrow, Joey Porter Jr., Bengals, Browns, Steelers

Bengals QB Joe Burrow was listed fourth on Jeremy Fowler‘s quarterback rankings, drawing praise from an anonymous NFL coordinator: “Best pocket movement in the league, accelerated vision best in the league.

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Pittsburgh Steelers News / Pittsburgh Steelers on SI / July 7

NFL Executives Just Lowered Steelers' Joey Porter Jr. Price Tag

While the Pittsburgh Steelers and Joey Porter Jr. try to finalize a new contract, one that will make him one of the richest cornerbacks in the NFL, the road only becomes more difficult.

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Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season

A few trades have rearranged the NFL's backup quarterback ranks, but the dust has mostly settled. From a mix of recent first-round disappointments, aging vets, and young project types, here is how the league's QB2 ranks look for the 2026 season.

NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / June 6

Steelers Move Focus To Joey Porter Extension

The Steelers signed tight end Darnell Washington and outside linebacker Nick Herbig to long-term extensions last week. Now, they have moved their focus to another member of their 2023 draft class: Joey Porter Jr.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Pittsburgh Steelers on SI / June 2

Steelers Star CB Holding In at Minicamp

A notable name for the Pittsburgh Steelers is "holding in" at mandatory minicamp. Star cornerback Joey Porter Jr. is in attendance but did not work during the portion of practice the media could report on.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / December 15

Steelers Ready To Open Up Checkbook As Rising Defender Is Set To Receive Large Extension In 2026

The Pittsburgh Steelers have had quite the up-and-down 2025 season. There have been plenty of bright spots, along with frustrating lows along the way. Through it all, Pittsburgh sits at 7-6 and currently holds first place in the AFC North with four games remaining.

NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / July 25, 2025

Steelers agree to deal with safety Chuck Clark

In the wake of the blockbuster Dolphins-Steelers trade which sent Minkah Fitzpatrick back to Miami, Pittsburgh was seen as a team to watch regarding a safety acquisition.

NFL News / Steeler Nation / June 17, 2025

Steelers Great Joey Porter Sr. Reveals The Private Conversation That Sent Bengals Vontaze Burfict Off The Deep End

The Pittsburgh Steelers have not had much playoff success in recent years, and that has been a major talking point about the team that is brought up with every decision that is made.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steel City Underground / February 28, 2025

Which impending free agents should the Steelers bring back?

With the “legal” tampering period for NFL free agency set to begin on March 10th, teams are scrambling to re-sign their impending free agents. Determining which players the Pittsburgh Steelers re-sign involves analyzing their past performance, future potential, financial value, and the team’s overall needs.

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25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season

NFL stars can't play forever, and retirement is coming sooner than later for some of the league's top players. These 25 players could call it quits following the 2026 season.

NFL News / Steeler Nation / January 7, 2025

Steelers Could Be In Big Trouble In Wild Card Game Against Ravens For 1 Odd Reason

The Pittsburgh Steelers will have a very tough task to open up the playoffs. Not only do they have to go to the hostile confines of the Baltimore Ravens, but they have to do so while riding a four-game losing streak.

NFL News / Steelers Now / January 1, 2025

T.J. Watt Named 2024 Steelers Team MVP

Pittsburgh Steelers All-Pro outside linebacker T.J. Watt was voted by his teammates as the 2024 Steelers Most Valuable Player, the team announced on Wednesday.

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Steelers' Mike Tomlin Gives An Uncertain And Worrisome Update About Joey Porter Jr.

The Pittsburgh Steelers suffered a heartbreaking loss at the hands of the Baltimore Ravens on Saturday. The Steelers lost by a score of 34-17, and the loss evened the playing field atop the AFC North.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steelers Now / December 21, 2024

Injuries Continue to Pile Up, Steelers Lose 2 More vs. Ravens

BALTIMORE — Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Joey Porter Jr. (knee) and wide receiver Ben Skowronek (back) both exited Saturday’s 34-17 loss to the Baltimore Ravens with injuries.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steelers Now / December 14, 2024

Steelers CB Joey Porter Jr. Receives Hefty Fine from Browns Game

Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Joey Porter Jr. was fined $11,817 by the NFL for his unnecessary roughness penalty in last Sunday’s 27-14 win over the Cleveland Browns.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / December 9, 2024

Why’s Joey Porter Fight Jerry Jeudy?

The Pittsburgh Steelers improved their lead in the AFC North on Sunday with a 27-14 win against the Cleveland Browns. After going down 7-3 early in the

NFL News / Pittsburgh Steelers on SI / December 8, 2024

Steelers' Joey Porter Jr. Disses Browns WR Jerry Jeudy

The AFC North rivalry between the Pittsburgh Steelers and Cleveland Browns always promises to be contentious, so it's no surprise that tempers flared in the second and final matchup of the season between the two teams on Sunday afternoon.

NFL News / Steeler Nation / December 4, 2024

Steelers' Joey Porter Jr Hit With Brutal Officiating News For Week 14 After Tough Outing Versus Bengals

The Pittsburgh Steelers have been desperate to effectively draft the cornerback position for several years. There have been many swings and misses throughout the 21st century, but an individual consistently mocked to the franchise throughout the 2023 pre-draft process was Joey Porter Jr.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / December 4, 2024