Pittsburgh reportedly wants a significant return for Porter, so we went through all 18 in-season cornerback trades since 2021 to find the best comparison — then built a deal and contract Detroit could actually live with.
The Detroit Lions have reportedly reached out to the Pittsburgh Steelers regarding a potential trade for cornerback Joey Porter Jr. According to reporting from Adam Schefter, the Steelers are seeking a strong compensation package in return. An analysis of 18 in-season cornerback trades over the past five years suggests high-end draft capital like a first-round pick is rarely yielded, with only Sauce Gardner commanding such a return during that span.
Potential trade proposals modeled after past deals, such as Rasul Douglas' move to Buffalo, indicate a third-round selection could serve as a realistic benchmark. Beyond trade compensation, acquiring Porter would likely require a significant contract extension, with Spotrac modeling a projected four-year deal worth approximately $110 million.
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