Joey Porter Jr. out for Steelers' second game due to back injury
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 20, 2026, 2:56 PM
Last updated Sep 20, 2026
Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Joey Porter Jr. will miss the team's second game against the New England Patriots due to a back injury. He did not participate in the Steelers' Week 1 victory over the Atlanta Falcons and has struggled to manage his condition. Recent reports indicate that Porter’s back has flared up, preventing him from practicing at full speed. While the Steelers hope he could return in Week 3 against the Cincinnati Bengals, he is considering seeking a second opinion on his injury.
- •Joey Porter Jr. missed Week 1 due to a back injury.
- •He will not play in Week 2 against the Patriots.
- •Steelers aim for his return in Week 3 against the Bengals.
- •Porter is considering a second opinion on his back.
- •He has not practiced fully since the injury flared up.
- 2:56 PMYahoo Sports — How Long Is Joe Porter Jr. Out? Back Injury Updates, Return Timeline for Steelers Cornerback
"Here are the latest updates on Joe Porter Jr.'s status and how long he could be out for.
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