Porter Jr's Contract Crisis Before Week One | NFL News

0:00On September 6th, alright? So the Pittsburgh Steelers are gearing up for the season opener against the Atlanta Falcons, but there's a big question. Mark hanging over rookie cornerback Joey Porter Jr. He's back at practice after being activated off the physically unable to perform list, which is good news, but the real drama is whether he'll actually play in week 1 without a new contract. The team stands is that they don't negotiate extensions during the season, and Porter situation is creating some tension as the opener gets closer. This is the last thing the Steva's Brass wants to deal with right before kicking things off. Now, Porter's father, Joey Porter's senior, a former Steelers great, has spoken out about the situation, expressing his belief that his son deserves a contract that reflects his value. He's been pretty vocal about wanting to see his son get paid fairly. The team is set to meet on Monday to really dive into their game plan for the Falcons. That meeting might give us a clearer picture of Porter's availability for that first game.

1:02We'll have to see how things shake out. Keep your eyes peeled for any updates as the week progresses. This is definitely a developing story to watch, as the Steelers try to get their season started on the right foot. NFL News today, powered by AI bringing you what matters on game day.