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Porter Jr.'s contract stalemate has not been resolved, with negotiations reportedly cut off and trade possibilities looming. Analysts suggest the Steelers hold leverage, weighing a franchise tag or a big extension versus trading him for an attractive return, while Porter’s own stance remains a factor in the outcome.
The Steelers are sticking to their policy of not negotiating new deals after Week 1 as cornerback Joey Porter Jr. enters a contract year with no clear offers on the table. ESPN has said it’s unlikely Porter will play vs. the Falcons, though some in the organization think he could blink. Porter must decide whether to play for about $3.9 million in 2026 to maximize leverage for 2027 or sit out to pressure a bigger payday, potentially via the franchise tag if no deal materializes.
The Steelers’ outdated hold-in contract rule prevents talks after the season begins, pressuring both sides as Week 1 approaches; without a deal, Pittsburgh could fine or suspend Porter, trade him, or Porter may play for a below-market salary while talks resume or re-evaluate after the season.
Pittsburgh Steelers GM Omar Khan says there will be no in-season contract extension talks with cornerback Joey Porter Jr., aligning with the team's long-standing stance of not negotiating during the season. Porter, entering the final year of his rookie deal, had a standout 2025 season and still has deep ties to Pittsburgh, but the team indicates their search for a long-term deal will continue later rather than in-season. The market for top corners remains active, but there’s still a long way to go before any potential extension is reached.
Patriots cornerback Christian Gonzalez is frustrated with the slow pace of his contract talks; coach Mike Vrabel says players are free to feel how they feel and should stay patient as negotiations continue, noting Devon Witherspoon’s recent megadeal as a potential template.
With training camp approaching, the Buccaneers are reportedly in no rush to extend Baker Mayfield, betting they’ll top any competing offer in a veteran-QB market that could push APYs past $40 million. Mayfield’s willingness to push for more could test Tampa Bay’s leverage, potentially leaving them to rethink at QB if he tests the market or leaves, while behind him the roster options include Jalon Daniels, Jake Browning and Connor Bazelak.
Baker Mayfield’s contract talks with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers aren’t progressing, with Mayfield’s representatives not replying to the team’s opening offer. Mayfield, earning about $33.3 million per year and $27 million cash in 2026, appears to have a personal target higher than the offer. Analysts note the NFL QB market tops around $60 million per year, citing Dak Prescott and others, which complicates Bucs’ negotiations. The article also raises the possibility of the Buccaneers using the franchise tag in 2027 if a long-term deal isn’t reached, leaving Mayfield to bet on himself and the team to reflect his value or plan for life without him in 2027.
The New York Giants still hope to retain defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence, offering a major raise while negotiations—perceived as tense—continue. Lawrence is pushing for a massive extension and has hinted at leaving if his demands aren’t met, despite two years remaining on his four-year, $90 million deal; the team hasn’t ruled out all options to keep him.