Pittsburgh Steelers Activate Joey Porter Jr. Amid Contract Negotiations

The Pittsburgh Steelers activated cornerback Joey Porter Jr. from the physically unable to perform list on Sunday, raising questions about his contract situation as the regular season approaches.

Porter had been sidelined for most of August due to a back issue, coinciding with the final year of his current contract. Steelers reporter Gerry Dulac indicated that a deal could be finalized before the end of next week, although negotiations may require more realistic expectations from both sides.

As the Steelers prepare for their season opener against the Atlanta Falcons on September 13, concerns about Porter's availability may increase if he does not secure a contract extension soon. Historically, contract discussions tend to pause once the season begins, but the team is keen to retain Porter, who is seen as a valuable asset for their Super Bowl aspirations.