Cowboys trade for Joey Porter Jr. with Steelers called an overpay by 'many' around NFL
This trade from the Cowboys was an overpay in the eyes of some in the NFL.
The Dallas Cowboys made a significant trade by acquiring Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Joey Porter Jr. ahead of Week 4, in an attempt to bolster their defense and avoid a 1-3 start to the season. The deal came with a price tag involving a 2028 second-round pick and a 2027 sixth-round pick. However, many around the NFL felt that the Cowboys overpaid for Porter, as he is not considered a top-tier corner by many.
NFL insiders suggest that teams did not view Porter as a player worth top-tier cornerback money, as the market for cornerbacks now often lands at $30 million or more per year. Trading a second- and a sixth-round pick for Porter is a significant amount given up, especially since the Cowboys might not be able to re-sign him before he hits the open market.
Even if Porter leaves in free agency, the Cowboys are expected to receive a third-round compensatory pick, which will likely be close to their 2028 second-round pick after next season.
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