Steelers Elevate DB Amid Porter Uncertainty

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Steelers Elevate DB Amid Porter Uncertainty

Jared Kim · 2026-09-13T10:20:38.533Z

Slaughter should get some reps if Porter's back keeps him out. Depth matters more than the contract mess right now.

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The Pittsburgh Steelers elevated cornerback Doneiko Slaughter from the practice squad ahead of Sunday’s season opener against the Atlanta Falcons, adding depth in the secondary. Slaughter, who impressed during training camp and the preseason, could make his NFL regular-season debut. His promotion comes as Joey Porter Jr. remains questionable with a back injury and uncertainty surrounding contract-extension negotiations; Porter’s availability is expected to be known 90 minutes before kickoff. The Steelers also face concerns about the condition of Acrisure Stadium’s turf after heavy rain and a college game played there Saturday, with crews working overnight to prepare the field.

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Slaughter should get some reps if Porter's back keeps him out. Depth matters more than the contract mess right now.

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