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Omar Khan updates on Joey Porter Jr.'s contract situation with Steelers

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 10, 2026, 11:54 PM

Last updated Aug 10, 2026

Omar Khan updates on Joey Porter Jr.'s contract situation with Steelers

Summary

Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Joey Porter Jr. remains on the physically unable to perform (PUP) list after aggravating a back injury during training camp. General Manager Omar Khan indicated that the team is interested in extending Porter's contract, which is set to expire at the end of this season. However, he also stated that no deal is imminent. The Steelers may pursue a contract extension as one of their priorities this offseason as Porter enters the final year of his rookie contract. The team will continue to monitor his rehabilitation and performance.

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Latest Updates

•Joey Porter Jr. is on the PUP list due to a back injury.
•Omar Khan mentions interest in extending Porter's contract.
•No contract deal is currently imminent.
•Porter is entering the last year of his rookie contract.

Latest Updates

11:54 PMYahoo Sports — ‘Still a few weeks left’: Omar Khan gives update on Joey Porter Jr.’s contract situation

What they're saying

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He is expected to get a contract extension this offseason, though general manager Omar Khan said at the beginning of training camp that no deal is imminent.
— Yahoo Sports

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