# Steelers Trade Joey Porter Jr. To Cowboys

> Steelers secure 2027 draft pick after trading Joey Porter Jr. to Cowboys.
- Title: Steelers Trade Joey Porter Jr. To Cowboys · CBS Sports
- Summary: 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…
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- Source: CBS Sports — https://cbssports.com/nfl/news/joey-porter-jr-trade-grades-steelers-cowboys
- Published: 2026-10-01T04:49:00+00:00
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## 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.
## Key takeaway

Steelers traded Joey Porter Jr. to Dallas for a 2027 sixth-round pick and 2028 second-round pick after failing to extend his contract.