Joey Porter (Joey Eugene Porter) was born on March 22, 1977 in Bakersfield, California. After going to high school at Foothill (CA), Porter attended Colorado State University. Porter made his professional debut in the NFL in 1999 with the Pittsburgh Steelers. He has played for the Pittsburgh Steelers for his entire 8 year career.
Most people believe that 2002 was Joey Porter's best year, as he picked off 4 passes and recorded 9 sacks.