Steelers General Manager Omar Khan discusses roster and Joey Porter Jr. contract

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Last updated Sep 1, 2026

Steelers General Manager Omar Khan discusses roster and Joey Porter Jr. contract
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Pittsburgh Steelers General Manager Omar Khan addressed the media on the South Side following the finalization of the team's initial 53-man roster. Khan spoke on the current health of the four quarterbacks on the roster and the status of cornerback Joey Porter Jr. Porter Jr. was activated from the physically unable to perform list yesterday after dealing with a back injury throughout training camp. Despite his activation, the status of his contract remains a focal point, with head coach Mike McCarthy previously describing the negotiations as being at an impasse. Khan declined to comment specifically on the ongoing negotiations but reiterated the team's standing policy regarding in-season contract talks. He stated that he expects all players who are healthy and available to participate in team practice.

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  • Omar Khan spoke with reporters on the South Side regarding the 53-man roster.
  • Joey Porter Jr. was activated from the physically unable to perform list yesterday.
  • The Steelers have a established policy of not negotiating player contracts during the season.
  • Khan expects all healthy players to participate in team practices.
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Steelers General Manager Omar Khan had a lot to discuss with reporters this afternoon on the South Side.

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