This article was originally published on SteelersNOW.com.
The Pittsburgh Steelers defense has failed to live up to the high expectations many had for it entering the 2025 season. However, the team had some bright spots, with one player even rated as one of the best at his position.
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Steelers cornerback Joey Porter Jr. has been named to Pro Football Network’s 2025 NFL All-Pro team.
“Joey Porter Jr. smothered the Pittsburgh Steelers’ perimeter, leading all cornerbacks with a 95.3 CB Impact grade,” PFSN’s Jacob Infante wrote. “He had a pass coverage grade of just 56.2, deflected 11 passes and completed less than half of his targeted passes.”
Porter, 25, really seems to be taking his game to another level this season. In 14 games, the third-year cornerback had 52 tackles, his first career sack, an interception and a career-high 14 passes defensed.
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