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Steelers Send Joey Porter Jr. to Dallas in Shock Trade
1 Oct
Summary
- Cornerback Joey Porter Jr. is reportedly being traded to the Dallas Cowboys.
- Contract negotiations between Porter Jr. and the Steelers reached an impasse.
- Porter Jr. missed the Steelers' season opener due to a back injury and contract talks.
The Pittsburgh Steelers are reportedly finalizing a trade that will send starting cornerback Joey Porter Jr. to the Dallas Cowboys. This significant move comes after contract negotiations between Porter Jr. and the Steelers reached an "impasse," according to Steelers head coach Mike McCarthy. Porter Jr. was entering the final season of his rookie contract in 2026 and was reportedly seeking an extension.
Adding to the circumstances surrounding his potential departure, Porter Jr. missed the Steelers' season-opening victory against the Atlanta Falcons. The team cited a lingering back injury as the reason for his absence, though contract discussions were also a prominent background factor. The specific return package for the Steelers in this trade is still to be determined, with further details expected.
Porter Jr. was a second-round pick in the 2023 NFL Draft, selected 32nd overall. His rookie contract was for four years, totaling $9.62 million, with an average annual value of $2.4 million. Approximately $8.99 million of this contract was guaranteed. Due to his draft position outside the first round, his contract did not include a fifth-year option, nor was it fully guaranteed.
