‘Jerry’s going for it’ – NFL fans react to Dallas Cowboys’ blockbuster Joey Porter Jr. trade
The Dallas Cowboys have made a big win-now move by trading for Joey Porter Jr. from the Pittsburgh Steelers.
Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones has been seen as "going for it" after the NFL franchise made a blockbuster trade to acquire cornerback Joey Porter Jr. from the Pittsburgh Steelers. The acquisition came late on Wednesday night, as the Cowboys look to improve their 2026-27 season following a 1-2 start. The move comes after Porter Jr. became entangled in contract negotiations with the Steelers.
Following the news, fans on social media have been quick to show their support for the Cowboys' decision. Many have praised Jerry Jones for making a bold move in an effort to strengthen the team's defense. "Jerry's going for it, this is just the sort of move we needed," one fan tweeted, while another congratulated the franchise on the "amazing" deal.
Some fans have even gone so far as to praise the trade as a "no-brainer" given the Cowboys' lack of interceptions so far this season. Others expressed shock at the Cowboys' decision, calling it a "no-brainer" and hinting that they may need to make a larger financial commitment to retain Porter Jr.'s services.
Despite Porter Jr.'s back injury concerns at the start of the 2026 season, the Dallas Cowboys appear to have made a wise investment in acquiring the talented cornerback.
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Also reported by 2 other outlets
- Cowboys acquiring cornerback Joey Porter Jr. from the Steelers for 2 draft picks, AP sources say winnipegfreepress.com
- Joey Porter Jr. headed to the Cowboys sports.yahoo.com