Joey Porter Jr. Says He Felt ‘Disrespected’ by Steelers
The former Steelers cornerback didn't hold back when asked about his time in Pittsburgh. Now, he's ready to turn the page in Dallas.
Joey Porter Jr., now a Dallas Cowboys cornerback, has spoken out about his feelings during his contract negotiations with the Pittsburgh Steelers. In an interview, Porter revealed that he felt "disrespected" and "undervalued" throughout the process. Porter, who entered the 2026 season with the Steelers seeking a contract extension, did not play in the team's first three games due to the contract situation and a lingering back issue.
The Steelers eventually traded him to the Cowboys for a 2027 sixth-round pick and a 2028 second-round pick. Porter, a 26-year-old, has started 41 of his 47 career games since being drafted by the Steelers in the second round of the 2023 NFL Draft. With the Cowboys, he has recorded 165 tackles, 31 pass breakups, and three interceptions in three seasons.
Despite not having a new contract with Dallas, Porter expressed that he feels valued by the team and is ready to move forward with "new beginnings and new chapters."
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