Jalen Ramsey practices with Steelers, calls for contract for Joey Porter
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 24, 2026, 11:41 PM
Last updated Aug 24, 2026

Steelers defensive back Jalen Ramsey participated in his first training camp practice after exiting the Physically Unable to Perform list. During a session with reporters, he emphasized the need for the Steelers to resolve contract negotiations with Joey Porter, who remains on the PUP list amid a holdout. Coach Mike McCarthy noted that the two sides are at an impasse regarding a multi-year deal. Porter, a 2023 second-round pick, has not yet accepted an offer from the Steelers, raising questions about whether he will play his final rookie contract year or pursue a trade.
- •Ramsey practiced for the first time in 2026 training camp.
- •Porter is still on the PUP list due to contract negotiations.
- •Coach McCarthy confirmed an impasse between the Steelers and Porter.
- •Porter could play under his rookie contract or seek a trade.
- •The Steelers typically do not finalize new contracts once the season starts.
- 11:41 PMNBCSports.com — Jalen Ramsey says "pay Joey Porter" - NBC Sports
- 11:40 PMYahoo Sports — Jalen Ramsey says "pay Joey Porter"
"Steelers defensive back Jalen Ramsey exited the Physically Unable to Perform list and practiced for the first time during 2026 training camp.
"Steelers defensive back Jalen Ramsey exited the Physically Unable to Perform list and practiced for the first time during 2026 training camp.
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External links- NBCSports.comAug 24, 2026, 11:41 PMJalen Ramsey says "pay Joey Porter" - NBC Sports
Steelers defensive back Jalen Ramsey exited the Physically Unable to Perform list and practiced for the first time during 2026 training camp.
- Yahoo SportsAug 24, 2026, 11:40 PMJalen Ramsey says "pay Joey Porter"
Steelers defensive back Jalen Ramsey exited the Physically Unable to Perform list and practiced for the first time during 2026 training camp.
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