Metcalf’s Sacrifice Fuels Porter Jr. Extension | Pittsburgh Steelers News

DK Metcalf just pulled off a savvy move by restructuring his contract to free up $18M in cap space for 2026, paving the way for the Steelers to lock down cornerback Joey Porter Jr. before he hits free agency. Though not a perfect technician, Porter Jr. brings elite physicality and swagger — exactly what Pittsburgh needs. With top corners like Ramsey and Witherspoon commanding massive deals, Porter Jr. could land a five-year, $140M extension at around $25M/year. The goal? Secure continuity and keep that defensive fire alive. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/f5e9fdb2523682a7