In what was considered a deep cornerback draft class, Pittsburgh’s Joey Porter Jr. has stood out above most others. Now receiving regular playing time, Porter was named to CBS Sports midseason All-Rookie team. As written by Chris Trapasso, Porter has been exactly what the Pittsburgh Steelers were hoping for.
“Another rookie cornerback who was slowly brought along in September, Porter Jr. has now finally settled in a full-time role and has played like he should’ve been there all along — three pass breakups and a pick along with just three catches allowed on 14 targets in his coverage area.