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Cowboys' Joey Porter Jr. Brings Renewed Attitude After Steelers Trade, Contract Drama

The Dallas Cowboys pulled off a blockbuster trade with the Pittsburgh Steelers this week, adding Joey Porter Jr. in exchange for a 2027 sixth-round pick and a 2028 second-round selection.

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Dallas Cowboys Fans Hilariously Campaign For TJ Watt Trade After Steelers' Loss

Dallas Cowboys Nation is still riding high, following the late-night Wednesday trade that landed the team star cornerback Joey Porter Jr. from the Pittsburgh Steelers.

CeeDee Lamb News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / October 2

Cowboys' CeeDee Lamb IdentifiesTough Challenge Ahead vs Texans In Week 4

Looking to get back on track in Week 4, the Dallas Cowboys are preparing to face the Houston Texans. Dallas comes in with a record of 1-2, feeling the pressure to turn things around and get a win.

Joey Porter Jr. News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 2

Stephen Jones breaks down how Joey Porter Jr. trade helps Cowboys defense

Earlier in the week, the Dallas Cowboys picked up a major reinforcement on the defensive side of the ball when they acquired cornerback Joey Porter Jr.

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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?

The 'Oldest 2-passing-TD NFL games' quiz

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Dallas Cowboys News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 1

Mina Kimes is flabbergasted by Stephen A. Smith’s Cowboys take

Missed opportunities on offense are frequently part of the formula for big-game losses in the Dak Prescott era, but the Dallas Cowboys cannot blame their star quarterback much these days.

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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 / Dallas Cowboys on SI / October 1

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.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / October 1

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.

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.

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.

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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.

NFL 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

Dak Prescott 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

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The '2009 NFL Week 1 starting QBs' quiz

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The 'Most 200-K MLB seasons' quiz

The '100-receiving-yard playoff debuts' 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.

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.

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.

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

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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.

Dallas Cowboys News / Yardbarker / September 30