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Steelers consider trading CB Joey Porter Jr. amid contract talks

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 21, 2026, 5:08 AM

Last updated Aug 21, 2026

Steelers consider trading CB Joey Porter Jr. amid contract talks

Summary

Joey Porter Jr. remains on the Physically Unable to Perform list as the Pittsburgh Steelers approach their second preseason game. There is growing speculation around his potential trade value. The Steelers have not yet reached an agreement regarding a contract extension, prompting NFL teams to inquire about his availability. With the regular season approaching, the Steelers may consider trade options, particularly since they typically do not negotiate contracts during the season. Porter's prior performance includes 52 tackles and an interception last season, but he has been sidelined by a back injury.

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Status Watch

•Porter remains on the PUP list due to a back injury
•Contract negotiations with the Steelers have stalled
•NFL teams reportedly view Porter as a trade target
•Porter recorded 52 tackles and one interception last season
•Steelers do not entertain negotiations during the regular season

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5:08 AMYahoo Sports — NFL Teams View Steelers CB Joey Porter Jr. as Potential Trade Target

What they're saying

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The more time that passes without the Pittsburgh Steelers and Joey Porter Jr. agreeing to a contact extension, the more the rumors will run rampant. And on the eve of the Steelers’ second preseason game, that’s exactly what happened.Will the Steelers Consider Trading Joey Porter Jr.?Late Thursday night, Jordan Schultz reported that NFL teams are […] The post NFL Teams View Steelers CB Joey Porter Jr. as Potential Trade Target appeared first on HEAVY.
— Yahoo Sports

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