Cowboys CB Joey Porter Jr Sounds off on Contract Being Reason for Absence

Dallas Cowboys cornerback Joey Porter Jr. addressed the media on Thursday regarding his absence from Sunday's game against the Indianapolis Colts. Porter suffered an ankle injury on October 4 against the Houston Texans and did not finish that game either. He was also inactive during the Cowboys' November 1 matchup against the Arizona Cardinals.

Porter explicitly stated that his absence was due to injury, not contract issues. The speculation on social media regarding his contract status did not concern him. Porter's primary focus remains on winning games and showcasing his skills on the field. He expressed his eagerness to return to practice and hopes to be active for the upcoming match against the San Francisco 49ers.

Porter joined the Cowboys from the Pittsburgh Steelers in October 2023 for a 2027 sixth-round pick and a 2028 second-round pick. In his first season with Dallas, he has contributed eight tackles and three pass deflections in four games. Porter acknowledged the frustration of being sidelined but emphasized his commitment to recovering and contributing to the team as soon as possible.