Former All-Pro linebacker Joey Porter publicly defended ex-coach Mike Tomlin while criticizing former teammates Ben Roethlisberger and James Harrison during a podcast. Porter questioned Harrison’s motivations for his critiques of Tomlin, emphasizing that the coach positively influenced Harrison’s career. He harshly labeled Roethlisberger, referred to as “No. 7,” as “not a good teammate” and recounted instances of his poor behavior, including refusing to sign autographs for teammates’ families. Porter’s comments add to the ongoing tensions surrounding the Steelers’ legacy and leadership dynamics.


