From Newsweek · Keagan Stiefel · · 1m
Steelers Change Joey Porter Jr. Injury Status Amid Contract Talks
Steelers adjust Joey Porter Jr.'s injury status as contract dispute intensifies
In brief
Steelers adjust Joey Porter Jr.'s injury status as contract dispute intensifies Porter's back injury is cleared but contract negotiations remain stalled Originally reported by Newsweek.
Injury status updated
Steelers changed Joey Porter Jr.'s injury designation Wednesday, clearing his back injury but listing him as limited due to poor conditioning.
Contract dispute ongoing
Porter hasn't reached agreement with Steelers since offseason began, delaying his season opener against Atlanta Falcons.
Teams listening for offers
Steelers are considering offers for Porter, with potential early-season deal possible per ESPN and NFL Network reports.
No premium deal yet
Steelers haven't secured a premium pick to meet Porter's asking price, suggesting they may wait for teams to become more desperate.
Compared to others
Porter won't get same salary as New England Patriots' Christian Gonzalez, Cleveland Browns' Denzel Ward, Los Angeles Rams' Trent McDuffie, or Seattle Seahawks' Devon Witherspoon.
In short
Porter's back injury is cleared but contract negotiations remain stalled
