What happened: Mike McCarthy described the sides as being at an impasse Monday. Joey Porter Jr. has yet to practice after Pittsburgh placed him on the physically unable to perform list with what the team described as a back issue.

Why it matters: Porter is entering the final season of his rookie contract, leaving his long-term status unresolved as the regular-season opener approaches. Without an extension, he is scheduled to become an unrestricted free agent in 2027.

What to watch: Watch for whether Pittsburgh submits formal terms and whether talks resume before the opener.