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Porter's Steelers Contract Stalemate
Joey Porter Jr. faces trade or new deal after back injury and contract dispute with Steelers.
In brief
Joey Porter Jr. faces trade or new deal after back injury and contract dispute with Steelers. Joey Porter Jr. may be traded or sign new deal with Steelers amid back injury and contract dispute. Originally reported by CBS Sports.
Porter listed as full participant
Joey Porter Jr. was listed as a full participant in Pittsburgh's Monday and Tuesday practices for the first time this season ahead of Thursday's game with the Cleveland Browns.
Porter's back injury and contract dispute
Porter hasn't played this season due to a back ailment while involved in a contract dispute with the Steelers.
Contract stalemate details
Porter's contract expires this year with a $3.924 million salary cap number and a rejected Steelers offer averaging slightly more than $27 million per year.
Steelers' policy on guarantees
The Steelers have fully guaranteed salary for T.J. Watt's second and third years but not for other players in their 2023 draft class.
Porter's performance stats
Porter hasn't given up a touchdown in 1,467 snaps since Week 8 of the 2023 season with a 56.2 passer rating.
Trade options for Porter
Porter's future with Steelers is uncertain as he may be traded or sign new deal before the Nov. 10 trade deadline.
Previous holdout examples
Jalen Ramsey and Micah Parsons used holdouts with back injuries to get traded before the trade deadline.
Porter's contract year status
Porter is in his contract year with 2026 as his contract year, unlike players who had contracts in 2022.
Medical concerns
Porter is reportedly considering a second medical opinion on his back injury.
Trade deadline implications
Steelers GM Omar Khan may demand a first-round pick or equivalent for Porter before the Nov. 10 trade deadline.
Player examples
Players like Keenan McCardell and Jalen Ramsey used holdouts to get traded before the trade deadline.
Contract year challenges
Players in contract years face higher injury risks and may need surgery to avoid contract issues.
Porter's situation
Porter's back injury and contract dispute with Steelers may lead to trade or new deal before the Nov. 10 trade deadline.
The main idea
Joey Porter Jr. may be traded or sign new deal with Steelers amid back injury and contract dispute.
