Overview

• He went undrafted in April 2025, signed with the Buffalo Bills as a free agent and was released in July before joining Pittsburgh.
• Porter recorded 28 tackles and seven passes defensed for Miami in 2024 after beginning his college career at West Virginia.
• He earned the roster spot over former first-round pick C.J. Henderson based on his performance in the team’s recent workout.
• His addition gives the Steelers a second father–son combination in team history, joining Joey Porter Jr. and his father, former outside linebacker Joey Porter Sr.
• Pittsburgh’s offseason roster is full and the team must clear a spot before finalizing Porter’s contract.