Dallas Cowboys Acquire Cornerback Joey Porter Jr. from Pittsburgh Steelers

Odessa Midland, TX, September 30, 2026 —

The Dallas Cowboys have bolstered their cornerback position by acquiring Joey Porter Jr. from the Pittsburgh Steelers. The trade, which was reported from Frisco, Texas, involved the Cowboys sending two draft picks to the Steelers in exchange for the defensive back.

Specific details regarding the nature of the two draft picks, such as their value or the years they are associated with, were not immediately available. Similarly, the exact date of the trade or the timeline for its completion was not provided in the initial reports. The motivations behind the trade for both the Steelers and the Cowboys, including any specific player evaluations or strategic team needs, have not been detailed.

Joey Porter Jr. joins the Cowboys as a cornerback, a position that has been a focus for many NFL teams during the offseason and trade periods. Information regarding his performance statistics, contract status, or any prior team affiliations beyond his time with the Steelers was not part of the summary.

The acquisition by the Dallas Cowboys marks a significant move in shaping their roster. The Pittsburgh Steelers, in turn, receive draft capital which can be used to develop their team in future seasons. The full scope of this transaction and its impact on both franchises is expected to become clearer as more information is released by the teams involved.

Story summarized from the original created by SCHUYLER DIXON, Associated Press on www.yourbasin.com, see more information here.

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