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Steelers Trade Joey Porter Jr. To Cowboys
Steelers secure 2027 draft pick after trading Joey Porter Jr. to Cowboys.
In brief
Steelers secure 2027 draft pick after trading Joey Porter Jr. to Cowboys. Steelers traded Joey Porter Jr. to Dallas for a 2027 sixth-round pick and 2028 second-round pick after failing to extend his contract. Originally reported by CBS Sports.
Steelers and Cowboys trade
The Steelers traded cornerback Joey Porter Jr. to Dallas for a 2027 sixth-round pick and a 2028 second-round pick.
Porter contract extension failed
Porter did not practice during the summer and was inactive for Pittsburgh's first three games after the Steelers and he could not agree on a contract extension.
Steelers' trade rationale
The Steelers avoided overpaying Porter, have a promising rookie cornerback named Daylen Everette, and rid themselves of a distraction.
Cowboys' trade benefits
Dallas needs defensive help and Porter improves their secondary, though he has weaknesses including holding and pass interference penalties.
Steelers grade: B-
The Steelers could have avoided this trade by signing Porter before other cornerbacks received big paydays, but they secured draft capital.
Cowboys grade: C
Dallas gets a quality cornerback who can help their defense, but they face financial strain from Porter's contract and existing players.
The key point
Steelers traded Joey Porter Jr. to Dallas for a 2027 sixth-round pick and 2028 second-round pick after failing to extend his contract.
