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Grading the trade: Steelers finally pull the trigger on saying goodbye to Joey Porter Jr. after shipping him to the Cowboys

The Pittsburgh Steelers finally pulled the trigger on moving their best cornerback, but the return leaves a lot to be desired — here is why this deal grades out as painfully average.

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Joey Porter Jr. gets traded to a prominent NFC team

The Joey Porter Jr. saga in Pittsburgh is finally over. The Pittsburgh Steelers are trading the disgruntled cornerback Porter to the Dallas Cowboys, Ari Meirov of The 33rd Team reported on Wednesday night.

Joey Porter Jr. News / Pro Football Rumors / October 1

Steelers To Trade CB Joey Porter Jr. To Cowboys

The Steelers’ standoff with Joey Porter Jr. has come to an end. The star cornerback is being shipped to the Cowboys, per The Ringer’s Tom Pelissero. Dallas is sending a second-round pick along with a conditional sixth-rounder to Pittsburgh in the swap, NFL insider Jordan Schultz adds.

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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

The 'First-Round QBs of the 2000s' quiz

The 'Most 3-TD, 3-INT NFL games' quiz

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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.

Joey Porter Jr. News / Yardbarker / October 1

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

Porter Jr. has not played for the Steelers all season, and while a "back injury" and "conditioning" have been the official reasons, it is almost certainly due to his unhappiness over his contract situation.

Aggressive Falcons turn Gervon Dexter trade into long-term investment

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

New trade update on 49ers' Mac Jones emerges after J.J. McCarthy swing

Jaguars WR Brian Thomas Jr. linked with three teams amid trade rumors

NFL insider expands on trade value of Cardinals WR Marvin Harrison Jr.

Amazon reportedly not giving up on potential deal with Rams' Sean McVay

Joey Porter Jr. News / Steeler Nation / September 30

Report: Steelers Have Traded Joey Porter Jr In Ugly End To Contract Saga

The Pittsburgh Steelers have a long history that includes having six Super Bowl championships and so many dynamic players. One of the biggest reasons for the consistent success has been the way that the organization likes to operate.

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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.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / EssentiallySports / October 1

'Doing It on Purpose': Ben Roethlisberger Calls Out CBS Over Its Treatment of Aaron Rodgers

Aaron Rodgers had just helped the Pittsburgh Steelers put a frustrating Week 2 behind them, but the biggest conversation around the veteran quarterback did not come from one of his touchdown passes.

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

The 'Most 200-K MLB seasons' quiz

The '100-receiving-yard playoff debuts' quiz

The 'Multiple 30/30 MLB seasons' quiz

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Athlon Sports / September 30

Pittsburgh Steelers’ Revamped Line Faces Its First Real Road Test

The Pittsburgh Steelers received the encouraging debut they wanted from rookie tackle Max Iheanachor and guard Brock Hoffman against the Cincinnati Bengals in Week 3.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Yardbarker / September 30

Mike Tomlin's Minecraft city is real, and it is spectacular

Tomlin didn't leave out any details, including a CVS pharmacy, restaurants, multiple stadiums and everything else a functioning city needs.

Why Week 4 game vs. Browns is huge test for Steelers' Mike McCarthy

Lions' Jared Goff addresses potential controversy involving Bears' Ben Johnson

Bombshell rumor surfaces about alleged rift between Patriots' Drake Maye, Mike Vrabel

Patriots' Drake Maye responds to report about rift with Mike Vrabel, makes firm shoulder injury statement

Patriots' Mike Vrabel offers strong response to report about supposed issues with Drake Maye

The '2007-08 NFL head coaches' quiz

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / September 30

Mike Tomlin Roasted Steelers' Cam Heyward In Behind The Scenes Discussion After Win Over Bengals

The Pittsburgh Steelers entered the 2026 season with an interesting storyline following the team, as the franchise's head coach of nearly two decades decided to step down following the 2025 season.

Max Iheanachor News / Steeler Nation / September 30

Steelers Rookie Max Iheanachor Turning Heads With Veteran-Like Approach Ahead Of Week 4 Battle

The Pittsburgh Steelers may have found their answer to recent offensive line struggles in the form of a rookie tackle. Max Iheanachor made his first NFL start in the team's Week 3 matchup against the Cincinnati Bengals and had an amazing debut.

NFL News / Yardbarker / September 30

Why Browns matchup is huge test for Steelers' Mike McCarthy

Why Week 4 game vs. Browns is huge test for Steelers' Mike McCarthy

Mike McCarthy passed his first big test as the Pittsburgh Steelers head coach with their 30-27 Week 3 win over the Cincinnati Bengals.

Will Mike McCarthy help Steelers overcome recent struggles in Cleveland?

Hall of Fame QB fires back at Aaron Rodgers' critics

Steelers' Joey Porter Jr. gets tough update about potential trade, contract extension

NFL Week 4 prime-time predictions: Bryce Young-led Panthers shock Lions in battle of high-octane offenses

The 'Most NFL games coached' quiz

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Field Level Media / September 30

Steelers rule out Joey Porter Jr.; Jalen Ramsey hopes to play vs. Browns

Steelers cornerback Joey Porter Jr. will miss his fourth straight game when Pittsburgh visits the Cleveland Browns on Thursday night. Porter was limited in practice Wednesday after coach Mike McCarthy expressed hope earlier this week that he would make his season debut.

Joey Porter Jr. News / Steeler Nation / September 30

Steelers Have CBA Loophole That Can Ruin Joey Porter Jr's 2026 Season

The Pittsburgh Steelers inspired a little bit of optimism when cornerback Joey Porter Jr. was listed as a full participant on the Monday and Tuesday injury reports.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Pro Football Rumors / September 30

Steelers’ Joey Porter Jr. Returns To Full Practice, Ruled Out For Week 4

When Jalen Ramsey appeared to exaggerate an injury in order to force a trade out of Jacksonville in 2019, the Jaguars moved on after three missed games.

Aaron Rodgers News / The Lead / September 30

How Is the Rejuvenated Aaron Rodgers Experience Going?

Aaron Rodgers rejoined the Pittsburgh Steelers this past offseason in what is expected to be the 42-year-old’s final NFL season. After a season in which Rodgers led the Steelers to a 10-7 record and an AFC North title, general manager Omar Khan retooled the roster with Rodgers as the focus.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / September 30

Steelers' Germie Bernard May Have Finally Passed Roman Wilson After A Critical Mistake In Week 3

The Pittsburgh Steelers' offense finally put together a complete game in their Week 3 win against the Cincinnati Bengals and, for the first time in a long time, looked creative.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Athlon Sports / September 30

Steelers Rookie Cornerback Could Be in Line for Bigger Role

Though the Pittsburgh Steelers remain in limbo with Joey Porter Jr., they have gotten steady play from the cornerback opposite Jamel Dean. Asante Samuel Jr.

Aaron Rodgers News / Viral Sports News / September 30

Aaron Rodgers Puts Steelers Offense on Notice Before Week 4

The Pittsburgh Steelers will take the field Thursday night against Cleveland after posting their most complete offensive outing of the young season. The unit piled up 411 total yards in a 30-27 victory over Cincinnati.

Joey Porter Jr. News / Yardbarker / September 30

Steelers' Porter gets tough update about potential trade, contract extension

Steelers' Joey Porter Jr. gets tough update about potential trade, contract extension

The situation involving the Steelers and Porter continues to have more questions than answers as the 2-1 Steelers prepare to play the 2-1 Cleveland Browns on Thursday night.

Steelers' Joey Porter Jr. linked with NFC East team other than the Cowboys

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

Steelers' Jalen Ramsey is trying to play through a crazy injury

The 'Most playoff starts by an NFL QB' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker / September 30

NFL Week 4 prime-time predictions: Bryce Young-led Panthers shock Lions in battle of high-octane offenses

Each week, Yardbarker previews prime-time NFL games on Thursday, Sunday and Monday night, predicting the result of each. Here are our Week 4 picks.

Todd Monken admits Browns' problem is becoming 'counterproductive to winning'

Analyst shares bold prediction for how NFL will respond to pass interference controversies

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

Will Mike McCarthy help Steelers overcome recent struggles in Cleveland?

The 'NFL passing leaders since 1970' quiz

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steel City Underground / September 30

Steelers look to carry offensive breakthrough into Browns matchup

The Pittsburgh Steelers spent the first two weeks of the season searching for offensive consistency. Against Cincinnati, they may have finally found a formula that works: and surprisingly, it didn’t involve adding more.