Multiple teams show interest in trading for Joey Porter Jr
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 21, 2026, 2:12 AM
Last updated Aug 21, 2026

Joey Porter Jr., a cornerback for the Pittsburgh Steelers, is reportedly drawing interest from multiple NFL teams as a potential trade target. Porter is in the final year of his rookie contract and is seeking a contract extension. With other cornerback contracts exceeding $30 million per year, there is speculation about the Steelers' willingness to trade him, though reports do not confirm any outreach from other teams or Pittsburgh's intent to move him. He started training camp on the physically unable to perform list due to a back injury.
- •Joey Porter Jr. is a 26-year-old cornerback for the Steelers.
- •He is in the final year of his rookie contract.
- •His asking price is expected to be high due to market trends.
- •Porter is currently on the physically unable to perform list.
- •Steelers have extended contracts for three players from the 2023 draft class.
- 2:12 AMYahoo Sports — Teams interested in Joey Porter Jr. trade
"The 26-year-old cornerback is seeking a contract extension this offseason.
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