If you are a younger fan of the Pittsburgh Steelers, you may know cornerback Joey Porter Jr. better than you know his father, Joey Porter Sr. While the younger Porter has all the talent needed to become one of the top players at his position, he has a long way to go before he catches his father in terms of excellence in a Steelers jersey.

That’s why it was surprising that Porter Sr. had to wait until 2025 to be inducted into the Steelers Hall of Honor. He joined Ben Roethlisberger and Maurkice Pouncey as the three members of the 2025 class, and it’s an honor he is well deserving of.

Joey Porter Jr., whose name carries the weight of a storied football lineage, has been making waves with his impressive performances on the field. But what truly makes this moment special is the connection to his father, Joey Porter Sr., a legendary linebacker who once terrorized opponents in Steelers’ black and gold. Both father and son have shared a deep bond with the team, playing their careers for the same franchise that runs through their veins.

With his name now etched alongside his father’s in the team’s history books, Joey Porter Jr. stands proud, carrying forward a legacy that will inspire generations to come.