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Cowboys' Joey Porter Jr. Opens Up About Frustration With Steelers, Status For Week 4

Before he was acquired in a trade by the Dallas Cowboys on Wednesday night, cornerback Joey Porter Jr. was locked in a contract dispute with the Pittsburgh Steelers.

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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.

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

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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.

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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.

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.

Joey Porter Jr. 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.

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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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NFL News / Yardbarker / October 1

Cowboys reportedly make Porter extension decision after trade

Cowboys reportedly make Joey Porter Jr. extension decision after trade with Steelers

The Steelers agreed to trade the unsettled cornerback to the Cowboys for a 2027 sixth-round draft pick and a 2028 second-rounder.

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

Cowboys playing dangerous game with Joey Porter Jr. trade

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

NFL News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / October 1

4 Bold Predictions For Dallas Cowboys vs Houston Texans in Week 4

After a disheartening loss to the Baltimore Ravens in Week 3, the Dallas Cowboys are now focused on their in-state rival. The Cowboys will be on the road against the Houston Texans, a team that's off to a slow start.

Dallas Cowboys News / TWSN / October 1

Did Jerry Jones Fix the Dallas Cowboys Defense?

The Dallas Cowboys continue to look to add talent to improve a porous defense from last season. The Cowboys traded for Joey Porter Jr. with the Pittsburgh Steelers for a 2027 6th-round pick and a 2028 2nd-round pick, per Yahoo Sports.

Joey Porter Jr. News / Yardbarker / October 1

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

Did the Cowboys address the wrong issue with their acquisition of Porter Jr.?

Cowboys playing dangerous game with Joey Porter Jr. trade

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

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

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.

Kenny Clark News / Athlon Sports / October 1

Kenny Clark Thinks One Sack Will Unlock the Cowboys Defense Against Sack-Prone Texans

The Dallas Cowboys’ defense showed flashes of what it can be against the Baltimore Ravens. Now, Kenny Clark wants to see those flashes turn into four quarters of consistent football.

Dallas Cowboys News / Athlon Sports / September 30

Cowboys Injury Update on Jalen Thompson, Jonathan Bullard Is Awful News for Defense

The Dallas Cowboys’ defense just got thinner. The team placed safety Jalen Thompson and defensive tackle Jonathan Bullard on injured reserve Wednesday, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter, taking two starters out of the lineup for at least four games.

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.

Dallas Cowboys News / Yardbarker / September 30