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Dallas Cowboys among teams calling Steelers about Joey Porter Jr trade

The Pittsburgh Steelers will take on the Cincinnati Bengals this afternoon in hopes of getting to 1-1, and they will likely be doing it without cornerback Joey Porter Jr. It was reported by Tom Pelissero that Porter will likely miss…

Published: Sunday, 27 September 2026 at 1:29 PM
Dallas Cowboys among teams calling Steelers about Joey Porter Jr trade
Key Things to Know
  • The Dallas Cowboys and Detroit Lions have contacted the Pittsburgh Steelers regarding a potential trade for Joey Porter Jr.
  • Pittsburgh would require a strong compensation package to consider dealing the fourth-year cornerback.
  • Porter is expected to miss his third straight game while seeking a contract extension.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The Dallas Cowboys and Detroit Lions are among multiple teams inquiring about trading for Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Joey Porter Jr., according to ESPN's Adam Schefter. Porter is expected to miss his third consecutive game to start the season as he continues to seek a contract extension with Pittsburgh.

According to sources cited by Schefter, the Steelers are willing to listen to trade proposals for the fourth-year cornerback but would require a strong compensation package in return. The ongoing dispute coincides with Pittsburgh's typical policy against negotiating contract extensions during the active season.

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