In August 2026, the Pittsburgh Steelers are at a contract impasse with cornerback Joey Porter Jr. Coach Mike McCarthy expressed a desire to work with Porter, who is currently on the Physically Unable to Perform list due to a back issue. As he enters the final year of his rookie contract, negotiations for a new deal have stalled, leaving his future with the team uncertain.
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