Joey had the third surgery in two years on his knee. He has only missed 6 games in his NFL career, 2 were last year due to a hamstring injury. Before the '05 season he missed most of training camp and all of the preseason games due to a knee surgery.
Joey is fearless on the field and emotional leader to be sure. The loss of his presence will be felt by the Steelers. But the Steelers, did what they have always done....let the aging, big money free agent get paid elsewhere. Porter signed a $32 million contract with the Dolphins, $20 million of it is guaranteed. Is a guy with 2 knee surgeries worth that? Is a guy with 3 knee surgeries worth it?
Sounds like letting Joey go was a win for the Steelers and for Joey. Porter got his big pay day and I am happy for him. The Steelers got rid of a big salary cap hit on an aging player and I am even happier for that!
Joey Porter was a great part of the Steelers. His attitude and toughness fit the team perfectly. I wish him nothing but the best and hope he has many great seasons left in the NFL (but not on Nov. 26th when the Dolphins come to Heinz Field).
Time will only tell Joey's productivity, but don't forget what happend when the Steelers let an aging CB coming off a knee surgery leave the team. Perhaps you have heard of him, Rod Woodson.
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