Steelers and Joey Porter Jr contract tensions increase amid other deals

As of August 15, 2026, the Pittsburgh Steelers remain in negotiations for an extension with cornerback Joey Porter Jr., who is currently on the PUP list due to a back injury. Recent contract agreements in the NFL, including a four-year deal worth $132 million for Seattle Seahawks' Devon Witherspoon, have raised expectations for Porter's potential contract, which is estimated to be around four years and $120 million with $90 million guaranteed. Other notable extensions have also been made, including Denzel Ward of the Cleveland Browns and Trent McDuffie of the Los Angeles Rams, further complicating the Steelers' position with Porter. The ongoing situation leaves the Steelers looking to finalize an agreement while other corners secure lucrative deals.

• 4:42 PMYahoo Sports — Price tag goes up again for Steelers’ Joey Porter Jr extension