Mike Moraitis· Sep 13, 2026
Moraitis argues the Bears should trade for Steelers cornerback Joey Porter Jr., and expresses skepticism that Pittsburgh will land its asking price of a first-round pick. He also projects Porter's next contract at roughly $30 million annually over four years.
“The Steelers are almost certainly going to be asking for a first-round pick. Whether or not they get it remains to be seen, but we're skeptical they will given the fact that Porter needs an extension, also.”
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- Trade and Signing CallsJoey Porter Jr.Sep 13, 2026
Joey Porter Jr. to move — “contract prediction: roughly $30 million annually over four years”
“When it comes to a new deal, Porter is probably looking at one that pays him somewhere around $30 million annually over four years.”
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