What happened: Mike McCarthy said Monday that the dispute is challenging Pittsburgh's new staff as it waits to work with Joey Porter Jr.. The cornerback remains on the physically unable to perform list with a back issue.
Why it matters: Porter's continued absence costs him preparation time before the regular season. Pittsburgh must determine whether its long-term plans include a new contract.
By the numbers: Porter is entering the fourth season of the four-year deal he signed after Pittsburgh selected him first in the second round of the 2023 draft.
What to watch: Watch whether Porter returns to practice or the contract talks produce a resolution before the regular season.