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James Harrison criticizes Steelers for lack of contract with Joey Porter Jr

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 5, 2026, 6:30 PM

Last updated Oct 5, 2026

James Harrison criticizes Steelers for lack of contract with Joey Porter Jr

Summary

James Harrison expressed his disappointment with the Pittsburgh Steelers for not securing a contract for Joey Porter Jr. on his podcast. He suggested that a timely deal could have prevented Porter's ongoing back issues, which led to his exclusion from a Thursday night matchup against the Cleveland Browns. Following a failed negotiation, Porter was traded to the Dallas Cowboys for 2028 second and 2027 sixth-round draft picks. Porter indicated he felt disrespected during contract talks with the Steelers but is now focusing on his future with the Cowboys.

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•Harrison criticized the Steelers' handling of Porter's contract negotiations.
•Porter missed a game due to back issues and was subsequently traded to the Cowboys.
•The Steelers received a 2028 second-round pick and a 2027 sixth-round pick for Porter.
•Porter felt undervalued during negotiations, leading to his discontent with the Steelers.

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Former Pittsburgh Steelers outside linebacker James Harrison had some choice words for the Steelers organization for not paying Joey Porter […]
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