# Joey Porter Jr. on injury, not contract

> Cowboys cornerback Joey Porter Jr. says ankle injury keeps him off field, not contract issues.
- Title: Joey Porter Jr. on injury, not contract · NBC Sports
- Summary: Cowboys cornerback Joey Porter Jr. says ankle injury keeps him off field, not contract issues. Joey Porter Jr.
- Keywords: joey porter jr, cowboys, ankle injury, contract situation, NBC Sports
- Source: NBC Sports — https://nbcsports.com/nfl/profootballtalk/rumor-mill/news/joey-porter-jr-injuries-keeping-me-off-field-not-my-contract-situation
- Published: 2026-11-12T22:45:28.267+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: joey porter jr, cowboys, ankle injury, contract situation, sports
## Porter out of practice
Cowboys cornerback Joey Porter Jr. remained out of practice on Thursday.
## Injury as sole reason
Porter said his ankle injury is the only reason he isn’t on the field.
## Contract narrative
Porter denied that his lack of a contract extension is keeping him off the field.
## Porter's response
Porter said he doesn’t pay attention to internet narratives about his contract situation.
## Goal to play
Porter stated his goal is to win games and play football, not contract negotiations.
## Recent trade
Porter joined the Cowboys in a late September trade with the Steelers.
## Key takeaway

Joey Porter Jr. confirmed his ankle injury, not contract status, is preventing him from playing for the Cowboys.