Mike McCarthy says Steelers at 'impasse' with CB Joey Porter
Pittsburgh Steelers coach Mike McCarthy confirms contract negotiations with cornerback Joey Porter Jr. have stalled.
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The reporting (13)
- Steelers At ‘Impasse’ With Joey Porter Jr. NFL Rumors - ProFootballRumors.com · 4h ago
- Joey Porter Jr. Mock Trades: See what the Pittsburgh Steelers would receive in return for their budding star at cornerback Yahoo Sports · 4h ago
- Mike McCarthy admits the truth about Steelers’ contract talks with Joey Porter Jr. PennLive.com · 4h ago
- Jalen Ramsey tells Steelers to pay Joey Porter Jr Behind the Steel Curtain · 4h ago
- Joey Porter Jr. ‘at an impasse’ in contract talks with Steelers, says Mike McCarthy The New York Times · 4h ago
- Steelers HC Mike McCarthy Gives Update on Joey Porter Jr.'s Status Leading Into Week 1 Yahoo Sports · 4h ago
- Canales: Panthers will use committee RBs Week 1 NBC Sports · 4h ago
- Jalen Ramsey tells Steelers to pay Joey Porter Jr Yahoo Sports · 4h ago
- Steelers, Joey Porter Jr. ‘at an impasse’ in contract extension talks TribLIVE.com · 4h ago
- Steelers CB Joey Porter Jr. urged to sit out games amid contract dispute Steelers Wire · 4h ago
- Mike McCarthy: Steelers, Joey Porter Jr. are at "impasse" NBC Sports · 4h ago
- Mike McCarthy: Steelers at contract 'impasse' with CB Joey Porter Jr. NFL.com · 4h ago
- Mike McCarthy says Steelers at 'impasse' with CB Joey Porter ESPN · 4h ago
The story so far
The Pittsburgh Steelers and cornerback Joey Porter Jr. are at a standstill in contract extension talks. The impasse was first reported by TribLIVE.com, NBC Sports, NFL.com, ESPN and Steelers Wire.
The stalemate comes as the Steelers prepare for the upcoming season. According to Steelers Wire, Porter Jr. has been urged to sit out games amid the contract dispute.
The Steelers and Porter Jr. have not yet reached an agreement. McCarthy's comments mark the first public acknowledgment of the impasse.
Synthesized by Archynetys from the headlines below under a strict no-invention contract. ✓ fact-checked: all claims supported by sources Updated 3h ago.
The obvious questions
What is the current status of Joey Porter Jr.'s contract with the Steelers?
The Steelers and Joey Porter Jr. are at an impasse in contract extension talks.
What has Mike McCarthy said about the contract situation?
McCarthy has acknowledged that the Steelers are at an impasse with Joey Porter Jr. in contract negotiations.
What actions have been suggested for Joey Porter Jr. amid the contract dispute?
According to Steelers Wire, Joey Porter Jr. has been urged to sit out games amid the contract dispute.
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