The Pittsburgh Steelers are reportedly open to trading cornerback Joey Porter Jr., though a major roadblock remains, according to USA Today.
The Dallas Cowboys and Detroit Lions are among the teams that have called about a potential trade, according to the New York Post and CBS Sports.
Porter has missed his third consecutive game due to injury, according to CBS Sports and Yahoo Sports.
According to Yahoo Sports, the Cowboys' interest involves offering future 2027 draft picks, and the trade cost is complicated by Porter's current absence due to injury (Single-source claim).
How each side covered it
Left
- USA Today reported the Steelers are open to trading Porter.
- USA Today noted a major roadblock remains in any potential deal.
“Steelers open to Joey Porter Jr. trade, but one major roadblock remains” — USA Today
Center
- Yahoo Sports reported the Cowboys are asking about a trade involving 2027 draft picks.
- CBS Sports reported Porter will miss his third straight game.
- CBS Sports reported the Cowboys, Lions and other teams are exploring trade possibilities.
“The Cowboys are asking about a trade for Steelers CB Joey Porter Jr., but the cost involves giving up 2027 draft picks while the player sits out due to injury.” — Yahoo Sports
Right
- The New York Post reported the Cowboys and Lions are among teams that have called about a trade.
- The New York Post noted Porter has not played yet this season.
“Cowboys, Lions among teams calling about Joey Porter Jr. trade” — New York Post
Questions readers ask
What happened with Joey Porter Jr. and the Steelers?
The Pittsburgh Steelers are reportedly open to trading cornerback Joey Porter Jr., and multiple teams, including the Dallas Cowboys and Detroit Lions, have called to inquire about a deal, according to USA Today, the New York Post and CBS Sports.
Why hasn't Joey Porter Jr. played this season?
Porter has missed his third straight game due to injury, according to CBS Sports and Yahoo Sports.
What would the Cowboys have to give up for Porter?
According to Yahoo Sports, the Cowboys' interest in a trade involves offering future 2027 draft picks.
What is the roadblock to a Porter trade?
USA Today reports the Steelers are open to trading Porter but says a major roadblock remains, though the specific obstacle was not detailed in the available reporting.
Which teams are interested in trading for Porter?
The Dallas Cowboys and Detroit Lions are reported to have called about Porter, according to the New York Post and CBS Sports.
Sources · 4 outlet reports
- USA TodayLeft-leaningSteelers get bad news on Joey Porter Jr.'s Week 3 status
- CBS SportsCenterNFL trade rumors: Cowboys seemingly have eyes on Steelers' Joey Porter Jr.
- Yahoo SportsCenterSteelers CB Joey Porter Jr unlikely to play in Week 3 vs. Bengals
- New York PostRight-leaningCowboys, Lions among teams calling about Joey Porter Jr. trade