Mike McCarthy shows support of Nick Herbig amidst contract uncertainty
PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - JANUARY 4: Nick Herbig #51 of the Pittsburgh Steelers looks on looks on during the national anthem prior to an NFL football game against the Baltimore Ravens at Acrisure Stadium on January 04, 2026 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Michael Owens/Getty Images) | Getty ImagesThe Pittsburgh Steelers began mandatory minicamp on Tuesday, and many were wondering if both Nick Herbig and Joey Porter Jr. would be present as they seek long-term contract extensions. Both were in attendance for minicamp, and head coach Mike McCarthy showed his support for the rising star edge rusher.
There's a personal side to this and there's a professional side to this," McCarthy said via Alan Saunders. In Nick's case, he's been in constant communication with us. ... He's done the things necessary."
Neither Herbig nor Porter Jr. participated in drills during the portion of practice open to the media, per Nick Farabaugh.
Herbig is coming off his best season as a pro, putting up a career-high 7.5 sacks and registering 47 pressures. He is set to be a free agent next March should he and the Steelers be unable to come to terms on an extension.
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