Joey Porter Jr. not expected to play in Week 1

Pittsburgh Steelers CB Joey Porter Jr. (back) is unlikely to play in Week 1's game versus the Atlanta Falcons due to a back injury, according to multiple sources. He had been listed as questionable on the team's most recent injury report after logging three limited practice sessions during the week.

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Steelers CB Joey Porter Jr. (back) is unlikely to play in Week 1's game versus the Atlanta Falcons due to a back injury, according to multiple sources. He had been listed as questionable on the team's most recent injury report after logging three limited practice sessions during the week. Porter has been involved in a contract dispute with the Steelers this summer and the possibility of him getting traded remains in play.

SOURCE: Ian Rapoport and Adam Schefter - ESPN

This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Joey Porter Jr. not expected to play in Week 1