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Agent's Take: Dissecting the twists and turns relating to Joey Porter Jr.'s contract stalemate with Steelers

Joey Porter Jr. has yet to make an appearance this season for Pittsburgh due to an ongoing financial disagreement and a back issue, though he was recently estimated as a full participant on the injury report ahead of a matchup with Cleveland.

The cornerback previously turned down a proposal averaging upwards of twenty-seven million dollars annually, while the franchise adheres strictly to its policy against mid-season negotiations. Despite defeating Cincinnati thirty to thirty-one in the third week of action, the defensive unit displayed clear vulnerabilities during Porter's absence that prompted roster adjustments involving Asante Samuel Jr.

and Daylen Everette.

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