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Cowboys Star Accused of ‘Scam’ After Latest Development

Dallas Cowboys cornerback Joey Porter Jr. finds himself under renewed scrutiny heading into Sunday night’s matchup against the Green Bay Packers. After practicing fully on Thursday, the former Pittsburgh Steelers defender appeared on Friday’s injury report as limited with an…

Published: Friday, 16 October 2026 at 9:22 PM
Cowboys Star Accused of ‘Scam’ After Latest Development
Key Things to Know
  • Dallas Cowboys cornerback Joey Porter Jr. faces accusations of faking injuries after being listed questionable with an ankle issue.
  • A vocal critic alleged Porter Jr. is deliberately seeking game credit to accrue a season toward unrestricted free agency.
  • Cowboys executive vice president Stephen Jones defended Porter Jr., stating the cornerback is fully invested and wants to play.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Dallas Cowboys cornerback Joey Porter Jr. faces criticism after being listed as questionable with an ankle injury ahead of Sunday's game against the Green Bay Packers. The designation follows a previous illness and an earlier back injury that sidelined him before his trade from the Pittsburgh Steelers. Online critics, including a Steelers fan cited in the report, accused Porter Jr. of exaggerating ailments to accrue a season toward unrestricted free agency.

Cowboys executive vice president Stephen Jones firmly rejected suggestions that Porter Jr. lacks commitment, asserting the cornerback is fully invested and eager to play. A final decision on Porter's availability against Green Bay will follow Saturday's practice.

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