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3 2027 free agents the Steelers must re-sign
TL;DR
The Pittsburgh Steelers need to prioritize re-signing key players ahead of the 2027 NFL free agency, including standout cornerback Joey Porter Jr. With nearly 50 players set to hit free agency, retaining top talent is crucial for the team's future.
Key points
- Steelers need to re-sign key players before 2027 free agency
- Joey Porter Jr. is a standout cornerback for the team
- Nearly 50 players are set to hit free agency next offseason
Pittsburgh SteelersJoey Porter Jr.
The 2027 NFL free-agency period is still a long way away, but the Pittsburgh Steelers, who are set to lose nearly 50 players next offseason, would be wise to re-sign several players as soon as possible.
From a standout cornerback to one of the league's most underrated edge rushers, here are three Steelers set to become 2027 free agents that the team must re-sign.
CB Joey Porter Jr.
Porter has taken massive steps toward becoming one of the NFL's most elite lockdown cornerbacks every year he's been in the league. Having only allowed one touchdown in his three-year NFL career, Porter deserves to be paid on this upcoming extension, and the Steelers must give him every penny.
EDGE Nick Herbig
Despite playing third fiddle to T.J. Watt and Alex Highsmith over the past three seasons, Herbig has dominated in almost every opportunity that's come his way. Recording 13 sacks and seven forced fumbles since 2024 on a limited snap count, Herbig has earned his next payday, and the Steelers would be wise to oblige.
NT Keeanu Benton
Benton has quietly improved every season he's been in the league, capping it off with a solid 5.5-sack, 51-tackle season in 2025. The Steelers haven't been shy the past few seasons about investing in the future of their defensive line, and Benton needs to be a part of the succession plan once decides to call it a career.
Q&A
Who are the top free agents the Steelers should re-sign for 2027?
The Steelers should focus on re-signing cornerback Joey Porter Jr. and other key players as they approach the 2027 free agency.
What makes Joey Porter Jr. a valuable player for the Steelers?
Joey Porter Jr. is considered one of the NFL's elite lockdown cornerbacks, having allowed only one touchdown in his three-year career.
How many players are the Steelers set to lose in the 2027 free agency?
The Steelers are set to lose nearly 50 players in the upcoming 2027 NFL free agency.
