Steelers CB Joey Porter Jr. is unsure if he’ll play Week 1 if a new deal isn’t in place

Joey Porter Jr., a Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback, is uncertain whether he will participate in Week 1 against Atlanta if a new contract is not reached between him and the team. Porter, a 26-year-old fourth-year cornerback, hasn't yet signed a contract and expressed his uncertainty about the situation during an interview. The Steelers are eager for Porter to commit to the team for his entire career, but negotiations have hit an impasse.

Porter has been practicing despite his back issue and remains confident in his skills, stating that he is one of the best defensive backs in the league. The Steelers have already signed deals with several other rookies, and Porter expressed support for his teammates who received new contracts.