STEELERS SQUAD SHOW: Joey Porter Joins! Talks Career, NFL Draft in Pittsburgh & Father-Son Legacy
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The Locked On Steelers Squad Show welcomed legendary Steelers linebacker Joey Porter, affectionately known as 'Peasy,' for a heartfelt and energetic conversation ahead of the 2026 NFL Draft in Pittsburgh. The episode was a celebration of Porter’s legacy, his Hall of Honor induction in 2025, and the evolving journey of his son, Joey Porter Jr., now a key part of the Steelers' defense. Porter reflected on his career, his deep bond with former teammate Wayne Gandy, and the iconic boot celebration that became a Steelers tradition—originally inspired by Gandy’s advice and marketing savvy. He shared emotional insights into fatherhood, the anxiety of his son’s draft day, and the pride in watching him carve his own path. The discussion also touched on the Steelers’ defensive future under new coordinators, with Porter emphasizing the importance of adding competitive edge and leadership, especially in the middle linebacker position. The show concluded with a heartfelt announcement of Porter’s annual charity golf tournament benefiting his daughter Jasmine Arie Holmes’ special needs adult day center, highlighting the enduring spirit of community and legacy within the Steelers family.
Joey Porter Jr. is building his own legacy with the Steelers, driven by a competitive fire and a desire to face the best opponents.
The Steelers' defense is strong on paper, but the real test will be how well new coaches integrate players and elevate performance.
Porter emphasized that leadership and 'smack talk' pregame—once a hallmark of the Steelers' culture—are missing in today’s NFL and should be revived.
The bond between Porter and Wayne Gandy, forged in 1999, was built on mutual respect, shared experiences, and even barbering—proving that relationships beyond the field define a team’s culture.
Porter’s Hall of Honor induction was a deeply emotional milestone, symbolizing lifelong belonging to the Steelers family.
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Welcome to the Squad Show: Peasy Joins the Family
“Man, I appreciate you guys having me on. I'm sorry about the last couple of weeks that I missed. One week I was traveling and the other one I just totally forgot. But, you know, we made it worth it because now it looked like I died for a couple of weeks.”
The Boot, the Bond, and the Brotherhood
“He said, you got to put a name on that and you got to do that every weekend. He said, you know how Neil Smith hit the home run? And he just started telling me how to market it.”
Hall of Honor and the Legacy of a Lifelong Steeler
“Being part of that Stiller family forever, being honored and recognized as one of the guys is one of those feelings that shit man, I'm gonna have forever.”
Fatherhood, Draft Night, and the Weight of Expectation
“My son's, man. Mine, and it's crazy because I shouldn't have been nervous for his because I knew he was getting drafted, right? But it's something different when it's your kids.”
The Future of the Steelers Defense and the New Era
With 12 draft picks and new coaching staff, Porter discusses the Steelers’ defensive outlook. He praises the current roster but calls for a return of pregame fire and leadership, especially in the middle linebacker role.
“Being part of that Stiller family forever, being honored and recognized as one of the guys is one of those feelings that shit man, I'm gonna have forever.”
“My son's, man. Mine, and it's crazy because I shouldn't have been nervous for his because I knew he was getting drafted, right? But it's something different when it's your kids.”
“He said, you got to put a name on that and you got to do that every weekend. He said, you know how Neil Smith hit the home run? And he just started telling me how to market it.”
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