Pittsburgh Steelers CB Joey Porter Jr OUT vs. Patriots

PITTSBURGH, PA - NOVEMBER 02: Joey Porter Jr. #24 of the Pittsburgh Steelers in action against the Indianapolis Colts on November 2, 2025 at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Justin K. Aller/Getty Images) | Getty Images

Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Joey Porter Jr will miss his second straight game to begin the season, as the former second-round pick is officially out for Week 2 against the New England Patriots.

Porter was listed in all three days of practice, with a back injury getting added to the report on Thursday.

Wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr is questionable with a foot injury. He did not practice on Thursday for Friday. Offensive tackle Troy Fautanu was listed as questionable, but was a full participant in Friday's practice. Tight end Darnell Washington has no game designation after missing Wednesday and Thursday with a personal matter.

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