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Updated Dallas Cowboys CB Depth Chart After Joey Porter Jr Trade

While everyone was sleeping on Wednesday night, Dallas Cowboys owner and general managerJerry Jones was making some major moves. Dallas made a late-night splash by making their latest trade with the Pittsburgh Steelers, acquiring star cornerback Joey Porter Jr.

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Dallas Cowboys' Updated Salary Cap Space After Joey Porter Jr. Trade With Steelers

With the Dallas Cowboys having completed the trade with the Pittsburgh Steelers for Joey Porter Jr., they will of course now have less cap space to work with.

CeeDee Lamb News / Athlon Sports / October 1

CeeDee Lamb Makes Announcement After 3 Dallas Cowboys Games

The Dallas Cowboys have lost two of their first three games in the 2026 NFL season. They are entering week 4 coming off a disappointing loss to the Baltimore Ravens in Brazil.

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The '2009 NFL Week 1 starting QBs' quiz

How many of the Week 1 starting quarterbacks from the 2009 NFL season can you name in five minutes?

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Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / October 1

5 Dallas Cowboys Facing Make-or-Break Game in Week 4 vs. Houston Texans

Things just got a lot more interesting for the Dallas Cowboys' defense on Wednesday night. That's because the Cowboys acquired Joey Porter Jr. in a trade with the Pittsburgh Steelers, which now puts almost everyone in Dallas' cornerbacks room on notice, which sets up a make-or-break situation for those players in Week 4.

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Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season

A few trades have rearranged the NFL's backup quarterback ranks, but the dust has mostly settled. From a mix of recent first-round disappointments, aging vets, and young project types, here is how the league's QB2 ranks look for the 2026 season.

Dallas Cowboys News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 1

Cowboys’ Dak Prescott is overjoyed to have ‘playmaker’ Joey Porter Jr.

Star quarterback Dak Prescott is looking forward to having standout cornerback Joey Porter Jr. on the defense for the rest of the Dallas Cowboys’ 2026 campaign.

Joey Porter Jr. News / Yardbarker / October 1

Joey Porter Jr. has delusional take on playing without new deal

Joey Porter Jr. has delusional take on why he will play for Cowboys without new deal

After missing the first three games of the 2026 season as a member of the Pittsburgh Steelers due to a "back" injury, one that kept conveniently flaring up just before game day, Porter Jr. seems excited and ready to go following his trade to the Dallas Cowboys.

Cowboys playing dangerous game with Porter Jr. trade

Porter Jr. trade doesn't solve Cowboys' biggest defensive problem

Multiple NFL insiders believe big QB trades could be on the horizon

Jameis Winston reveals if he felt disrespected after J.J. McCarthy trade

John Harbaugh explains why Giants' reunion with Odell Beckham Jr. flopped

Dallas Cowboys News / Yardbarker / October 1

Dak Prescott's impressive start tells a different story than the Cowboys' 1-2 record

The Dallas Cowboys are 1-2 heading into the Week 4 matchup against the Houston Texans, and while Jerry Jones and company would rather see a better record, quarterback Dak Prescott's stats really tell a different story.

Longtime NFL DC Don 'Wink' Martindale offers to assist 'outclassed' Cowboys DC Christian Parker

Steelers' Joey Porter Jr. saga concluding with reported trade to Cowboys

This was the 'final straw' for Steelers before agreeing to trade Joey Porter Jr. to Cowboys

Joey Porter Jr. trade doesn't solve Cowboys' biggest defensive problem

Cowboys playing dangerous game with Joey Porter Jr. trade

The 'Most TD-passes by NFL franchise' quiz

Dallas Cowboys News / Lindy's Sports / October 1

Dallas Cowboys Splash Trade Doesn't Fix What's Wrong With Them

Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones seems to be changing tactics. For a while, the Cowboys were all about taking care of their homegrown talent. It’s how former first round pick Ezekiel Elliot got his extension to stay with the team.

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25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season

NFL stars can't play forever, and retirement is coming sooner than later for some of the league's top players. These 25 players could call it quits following the 2026 season.

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The '2009 NFL Week 1 starting QBs' quiz

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Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / October 1

Cowboys CB DaRon Bland Becomes Prime 2027 Cut Candidate After Joey Porter Jr. Trade

Jerry Jones said the Dallas Cowboys would be active this year and he meant it. After weeks of speculation, Jones pulled the trigger on a trade with the Pittsburgh Steelers, bringing in cornerback Joey Porter Jr.

NFL News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / October 1

Cowboys DC Christian Parker Takes Blame For Last-Second Blunder Vs. Ravens

After the Dallas Cowboys botched their goal-line sequence late in the fourth quarter of the Week 3 game against the Baltimore Ravens, Dallas tied the game with a field goal.

Stephen A Smith News / 5 GOATs / October 1

Mina Kimes shreds Stephen A. Smith take that offense is most blameworthy for Dallas Cowboys

Following a 1-2 start to the season, the Dallas Cowboys are under heavy scrutiny. ESPN, which is always quick to cover America’s team, naturally has had plenty to say.

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 1

'Boundary eraser': Cowboys DC reacts to Joey Porter Jr. trade

'Boundary eraser': Cowboys DC Christian Parker reacts to Joey Porter Jr. trade

A lockdown corner will benefit Dallas' ailing secondary.

Steelers' Joey Porter Jr. saga concluding with reported trade to Cowboys

This was the 'final straw' for Steelers before agreeing to trade Joey Porter Jr. to Cowboys

Joey Porter Jr. trade doesn't solve Cowboys' biggest defensive problem

The 'Most playoff starts by an NFL QB' quiz

Dallas Cowboys News / The Spun / October 1

Mina Kimes Calls Out Stephen A. Smith's 'Double Standard' With Dak Prescott

Mina Kimes isn’t afraid to challenge Stephen A. Smith on “First Take,” that’s for sure. During this Thursday’s episode of “First Take,” Smith and the rest of the crew debate who’ll be to blame if the Cowboys fail to make the playoffs this year.

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 1

How Steelers players reportedly felt about Joey Porter Jr.; why he could make bold Cowboys decision

The lengthy contract saga involving the Steelers and the unsettled cornerback came to an end when the Steelers agreed late Wednesday night to trade him to the Cowboys.

Steelers' Joey Porter Jr. saga concluding with reported trade to Cowboys

This was the 'final straw' for Steelers before agreeing to trade Joey Porter Jr. to Cowboys

Joey Porter Jr. trade doesn't solve Cowboys' biggest defensive problem

The 'Most 2-TD, 0-INT NFL games' quiz

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / October 1

Ranking Cowboys' Biggest Contract Dilemmas For 2027 Offseason After Joey Porter Jr Trade

The Dallas Cowboys swung a massive trade on Wednesday night and are now staring down the barrel of having yet another contract dilemma in 2027. That trade is the acquisition of cornerback Joey Porter Jr., who was acquired from the Pittsburgh Steelers in exchange for a few draft picks.

Dallas Cowboys News / Athlon Sports / October 1

Jerry Jones to Face Another George Pickens-Like Decision After Dallas Cowboys’ Major Move

Jerry Jones and the Dallas Cowboys had one of the most explosive offenses in the NFL, thanks to the dynamic trio of Dak Prescott, George Pickens and CeeDee Lamb.

Dallas Cowboys News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 30

Cowboys Announce Six Moves, Place S Jalen Thompson On IR

The Dallas Cowboys announced they placed S Jalen Thompson and DT Jonathan Bullard on Wednesday. Dallas also signed DT Elijah Garcia from the practice

NFL News / Yardbarker / September 30

Jason Kelce puts NFL officiating on blast after controversial Week 3 calls

Jason Kelce usually isn't the guy looking to hammer NFL officials. After what he watched in Week 3, however, the former Philadelphia Eagles center had seen enough.

Travis Kelce admits Chiefs still have plenty to fix after 3-0 start

HC Nick Sirianni takes blame for Eagles' loss to Bears

Jerry Jones gives update on possible trade, addresses Cowboys' loss to Ravens

Two-minute drill: Chiefs-Raiders square off in surprising battle of unbeatens, major injuries, more

The '10K-yard, 80-TD NFL receivers' quiz

Dallas Cowboys News / Yardbarker / September 30

Longtime NFL DC Don 'Wink' Martindale offers to assist 'outclassed' Cowboys DC Christian Parker

Former NFL defensive coordinator Don "Wink" Martindale didn't hold back regarding Dallas Cowboys rookie DC Christian Parker.

Stephen Jones responds to Dak Prescott comments after Cowboys' loss to Ravens

Cowboys HC Brian Schottenheimer assigns blame for close loss to Ravens after Jerry Jones comments

Jerry Jones gives update on possible trade, addresses Cowboys' loss to Ravens

Two-minute drill: Chiefs-Raiders square off in surprising battle of unbeatens, major injuries, more

The 'Leading rushers from the 2021 NFL season' quiz

Dallas Cowboys News / Pro Football Rumors / September 30

Cowboys ‘Explored’ Signing CB Kenny Moore Off Eagles’ Practice Squad

The Eagles promoted veteran slot cornerback Kenny Moore from their practice squad to their active roster on Tuesday. They may have done so to prevent an NFC East rival from swooping in to steal him.