Steelers Trade Porter Jr. After Back Pain Claim

The Pittsburgh Steelers decided to trade Joey Porter Jr. after his claim of back pain on Wednesday was considered the "final straw" in their relationship with the cornerback. Porter had fully participated in practice for two days before suddenly reporting back pain, leading to the Steelers' decision to make a trade. fish-roadgame.com

The move came after the team realized Porter was committed to holding out for a new contract extension, similar to what Cowboys linebacker Micah Parsons achieved last year. Porter ultimately got what he wanted - a one-way ticket out of town, with the Steelers accepting he wouldn't blink in his demands.