The Cowboys have traded for Steelers cornerback Joey Porter Jr., sending a 2027 sixth-round pick and a 2028 second-round pick to Pittsburgh. This move aligns with owner and general manager Jerry Jones' willingness to invest in impactful defenders. However, the key question remains whether Porter will be available to play in Week 4.
Porter is currently dealing with a non-injury designation related to conditioning and a back issue, which led to his exclusion from Thursday night's game against the Browns. CBS Sports reported that he has only a chance to suit up for the Cowboys' upcoming game against the Texans, creating uncertainty as the team navigates injuries in their secondary, including issues affecting Cobie Durant and Shavon Revel.
A second-round pick from Penn State in 2023, Porter has played 47 career games, starting 41, and boasts impressive statistics, including 165 tackles and a 66 passer rating against him. While the Cowboys have secured the player they wanted, they now face the challenge of determining when he will be ready to contribute.