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The Steelers will have Hall of Famer John Stallworth announce the team’s second-round pick, while Hall of Famer Donnie Shell? Wait, no—Porter Sr. and Jr. will jointly announce a third-round selection at the 2026 NFL Draft in Pittsburgh, with Jerome Bettis in attendance. The event highlights the franchise’s rich draft history, dating back to the 1970s era crafted by Chuck Noll and Bill Nunn.
The Pittsburgh Steelers will induct Ben Roethlisberger, Joey Porter Sr., and Maurkice Pouncey into their Hall of Honor during a game on December 15, 2025, recognizing their significant contributions to the team and their impact on Steelers football.
The Pittsburgh Steelers announced their 2025 Hall of Honor class, including Joey Porter Sr., Maurkice Pouncey, and Ben Roethlisberger, recognizing their significant contributions to the team and their Super Bowl achievements. The ceremony took place at Saint Vincent College, with events scheduled around the team's game against the Miami Dolphins, and the Hall of Honor Museum is open for visitors.
Joey Porter Jr., son of former Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Joey Porter Sr., was selected by the Steelers in the second round of the NFL draft. The younger Porter, a cornerback from Penn State, recognizes that he will always be compared to and associated with his father, but is determined to form his own legacy with the team. Despite speculation that the Steelers would trade the pick, they stayed put and selected Porter with the first pick of the second round. Porter had 11 pass breakups in 10 games last season and was named first-team all-Big Ten and second-team AP all-American.