Cowboys and Lions headline teams inquiring about Steelers CB Joey Porter Jr.

According to ESPN's Adam Schefter, the Detroit Lions and Dallas Cowboys are among several teams exploring the possibility of acquiring Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Joey Porter Jr. The intrigue surrounding Porter Jr. has been ongoing since the beginning of training camp, with the star player yet to take the field this season. Despite the inactivity, the Steelers seem to be comfortable with the current arrangement, rather than trading their prized cornerback for a price they consider too low.

The cornerback and the Steelers attempted to negotiate a new contract extension, but according to sources, the two parties were unable to reach a mutually acceptable agreement on monetary terms. A few teams, including the Dallas Cowboys and Detroit Lions, have initiated discussions with the Steelers about Porter Jr.'s availability, as reported by league sources to ESPN.

Porter Jr. is listed as questionable for the Steelers' upcoming match against the Cincinnati Bengals, carrying a non-injury tag, but it is anticipated that he will remain a healthy scratch while the team persists in attempting a trade. For the latest Steelers updates, including injury reports and trade rumors throughout the 2026 season, follow The Steelers Wire on X and like their Facebook page.