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Cowboys news: 2 other NFC teams showed interest in Joey Porter Jr

The Dallas Cowboys won the Joey Porter Jr sweepstakes . That said, they were not the only NFC teams tracking the Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback before his stunning departure.
Cowboys news: 2 other NFC teams showed interest in Joey Porter Jr

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Cowboys news: 2 other NFC teams showed interest in Joey Porter Jr. before stunning trade

Cowboys’ Jerry Jones gets 100% real about surprising Joey Porter Jr. twist before TNF

The Dallas Cowboys rolled the dice in acquiring cornerback Joey Porter Jr. in a trade with the Pittsburgh Steelers in exchange for draft capital. Porter was amid a contract standoff with the Steelers before the Cowboys pried him away. He was expected to make his home debut for Dallas in Week 5 against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at AT&T Stadium. The […] The post Cowboys’ Jerry Jones gets 100% real about surprising Joey Porter Jr. twist before TNF appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Why Pittsburgh traded Joey Porter Jr. to Dallas specifically

An inside look at how the Pittsburgh Steelers preserved their bond with Joey Porter Jr. by shipping the cornerback to the Dallas Cowboys.

Joey Porter Jr. Looks Forward to Playing Steelers: ‘I’m Waiting for That’

After feeling like he was disrespected during contract negotiations, Joey Porter Jr. is champing at the bit to play the […]

'He's Different': Cowboys' Jerry Jones Sees Joey Porter Jr. As True Shut-Down Cornerback

Porter has the active NFL lead with over a thousand cover snaps and no touchdowns allowed. He's just learning how to bring those talents to his new team.

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Ex-Steeler Joey Porter Jr. Ruled Out for New Issue Ahead of Cowboys Week 5 TNF Game

Former Steeler Joey Porter Jr. has been ruled out for a new issue ahead of the Cowboys' Week 5 Thursday Night Football game. The post Ex-Steeler Joey Porter Jr. Ruled Out for New Issue Ahead of Cowboys Week 5 TNF Game appeared first on HEAVY.

Joey Porter Jr. Has Steelers Matchup Circled After Michael Irvin Asks About Future Showdown

Joey Porter Jr. did not need much time to think about the idea of facing his former team. The Dallas Cowboys cornerback was asked by Michael Irvin about eventually lining up against the Pittsburgh Steelers, the team that traded him to the Cowboys earlier this season. Porter’s answer made it clear that the matchup is […] The post Joey Porter Jr. Has Steelers Matchup Circled After Michael Irvin Asks About Future Showdown appeared first on Gridiron Heroics.

Cowboys’ Jerry Jones Reveals Details of Surprise Joey Porter Injury

Dallas Cowboys new cornerback Joey Porter Jr. was a stunning late scratch, and owner Jerry Jones had the details. The post Cowboys’ Jerry Jones Reveals Details of Surprise Joey Porter Injury appeared first on HEAVY.

Cowboys Insider Reveals More Information About Joey Porter Jr.’s Illness

Days after former Pittsburgh Steeler Joey Porter Jr. made his Dallas Cowboys debut, his new team was already forced to experience playing without him. However, more information has emerged that better explains why Porter, still in search of a new longterm contract, missed Dallas facing the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Thursday Night Football.As reported by […] The post Cowboys Insider Reveals More Information About Joey Porter Jr.’s Illness appeared first on HEAVY.

Jerry Jones Can't Stop Teasing Another Cowboys Trade Ahead Of NFL Deadline

Dallas Cowboys owner and general manager Jerry Jones continues to hint that the team is exploring additional trades to improve the roster ahead of the NFL trade deadline.

Cowboys still waiting on Joey Porter Jr. payoff after late illness ruling

The Dallas Cowboys will face the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Thursday Night Football without cornerback Joey Porter Jr., who was ruled out with an illness shortly before inactives were due at AT&T Stadium. Porter practiced fully all week and carried no injury designation on Wednesday’s report, so his absence came without warning. Dallas was already […] The post Cowboys still waiting on Joey Porter Jr. payoff after late illness ruling appeared first on Gridiron Heroics.

Steelers Get Big News on Joey Porter Jr Before 'Thursday Night Football'

A sudden illness sidelines the former Pittsburgh star in Dallas, temporarily blocking a trade condition that would force the Steelers to surrender a valuable future draft pick.

Cowboys BREAKING: Bad News On Joey Porter Jr. Vs. Bucs on 'TNF'

Dallas’ secondary takes a massive hit as the newly acquired shutdown corner is ruled out against Tampa Bay, sidelining a defensive force who hasn't allowed a touchdown in years.

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Joey Porter Jr. Surprise Inactive Status Leaves Cowboys Down Two Corners Against the Buccaneers

The cornerback Dallas acquired Oct. 1 is out sick against Tampa Bay, and with Cobie Durant also out, DaRon Bland is the only planned outside starter left.

Cowboys Get Crushing Last-Minute News on Joey Porter Jr.

Dallas Cowboys cornerback Joey Porter Jr. will miss Thursday night's game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers with illness. The post Cowboys Get Crushing Last-Minute News on Joey Porter Jr. appeared first on HEAVY.

Former NFL CB Isn’t Buying Joey Porter Jr. Illness Excuse

The Dallas Cowboys announced just before the start of their Week 5 Thursday Night Football game against the Tampa Bay […]

Joey Porter Jr. Injury Update: Latest details on Dallas Cowboys CB shocking development provide much-needed clarity

The Dallas Cowboys expected Joey Porter Jr. to play without a snap count against Tampa Bay. Then he arrived at the facility, and the plan changed in a hurry.

What Happened to Joey Porter Jr? Why Cowboys CB Is Not Playing vs Buccaneers

Joey Porter Jr. will miss the Dallas Cowboys’ Thursday Night Football game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Here’s the latest update on his health.

Cam Heyward Gets Candid on the Steelers Trading Joey Porter Jr.

Even though the Pittsburgh Steelers are turning the page as a team, Cam Heyward, as one of the veteran leaders, took it upon himself to provide his own closing thoughts on Joey Porter Jr. being traded to the Dallas Cowboys.A week removed from Porter’s trade ahead of Pittsburgh’s Thursday Night Football loss in Cleveland, Heyward […] The post Cam Heyward Gets Candid on the Steelers Trading Joey Porter Jr. appeared first on HEAVY.

Breaking: Joey Porter Jr. out for Thursday night

The Cowboys have a surprise player sitting out tonight

Cowboys DB Joey Porter Jr.’s Sudden Illness Sparks Contract Rumor

The Dallas Cowboys missed Joey Porter Jr. in the team's Thursday night game, as he suffered a stomach ailment and sat out. The post Cowboys DB Joey Porter Jr.’s Sudden Illness Sparks Contract Rumor appeared first on HEAVY.

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