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Omar Khan says Steelers won't negotiate extension with CB Joey Porter Jr. in-season
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Key Points:
- Pittsburgh Steelers GM Omar Khan confirmed the team wants cornerback Joey Porter Jr. to finish his career in Pittsburgh but maintains its policy of not negotiating contracts during the season.
- Porter Jr., entering the final year of his rookie deal, recently had his best season, allowing a career-low 333 yards, no touchdowns, and 14 pass breakups while reducing penalties.
- Despite the strong performance, contract talks appear stalled, with the team and player yet to find common ground on a long-term deal.
- Porter was recently activated off the physically unable to perform list after dealing with a back issue that surfaced during training camp.
- The cornerback market is active, with players like Seattle’s Devon Witherspoon and New England’s Christian Gonzalez securing or negotiating big contracts, signaling Porter's potential value in upcoming negotiations.
