Porter, Gardner draw pre-Week 1 cornerback comparison

Porter is due a $3.9 million base salary this season

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Sep 81 min read

Who would you rather have at corner: Joey Porter Jr. or Sauce Gardner? 🤔 @BMac_SportsTalk @PriscoCBS https://t.co/ZubYX Via @NFLonCBS on X

What happened: Joey Porter Jr. and Sauce Gardner were paired in an either-or choice at cornerback.

Why it matters: Porter enters the final year of his rookie contract, adding weight to his 2026 performance.

By the numbers: Gardner is listed at 6-foot-3 and 190 pounds; Porter at 6-foot-2 and 194 pounds.

What to watch: Both corners are scheduled to begin regular-season play Sept. 13.

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