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Joey Porter Sr. Reveals Comment That Sparked Bengals’ 2015 Playoff Meltdown

In the heated rivalry between the Pittsburgh Steelers and Cincinnati Bengals, there’s been quite a few major moments that stand out, but in recent history there’s none bigger than the 2015 AFC Wild Card matchup in Cincinnati between the AFC North foes.

That led to one of the more iconic moments in the rivalry, one that helped lead the Steelers to a win as the Bengals melted down in epic fashion. At the center of it? Former Steelers outside linebackers coach Joey Porter Sr.

Well after his playing days had ended, Porter — who was one of the best trash talkers in the league and one who played with a significant edge — was on the field following Antonio Brown’s injury on a dangerous hit by Bengals linebacker Vontaze Burfict.