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Joey Porter Jr. illness linked to contract
Porter's sudden illness may be a tactic to pressure Cowboys into long-term deal.
In brief
Porter's sudden illness may be a tactic to pressure Cowboys into long-term deal. Joey Porter Jr. claims illness to avoid playing for Cowboys after Steelers trade, seeking contract extension. Originally reported by NBC Sports.
Porter misses game due to illness
Joey Porter Jr. missed last night's Buccaneers-Cowboys game due to sudden illness.
Back injury led to trade
Porter declined to play for Steelers after back injury until traded to Cowboys.
Sherman suggests contract health
Richard Sherman said a new contract might have made Porter healthier for the game.
“I think maybe if they would have gave him a new contract, maybe he would have been a little healthier today”
Porter's playing options
Porter aims to get long-term deal, franchise tag, or open market ticket.
Cowboys keep options open
Cowboys may tag Porter if long-term deal isn't negotiated.
George Pickens example
Cowboys gave Pickens franchise tag for $27.298 million in 2026.
Porter's potential ruse
Porter's illness could be a tactic to pressure Cowboys into contract.
The one thing
Joey Porter Jr. claims illness to avoid playing for Cowboys after Steelers trade, seeking contract extension.
