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Giants and Lions avoid Joey Porter Jr. trade while Cowboys overpay for cornerback

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 3, 2026, 3:12 PM

Last updated Oct 3, 2026

Giants and Lions avoid Joey Porter Jr. trade while Cowboys overpay for cornerback
Summary

The New York Giants and Detroit Lions opted not to trade for cornerback Joey Porter Jr., recently sent to the Dallas Cowboys for a 2027 sixth-round pick and a 2028 second-round pick. Opinions around the NFL suggest that both teams made the right decision. Analysts believe the Cowboys overpaid, as some teams do not see Porter Jr. as a top-tier corner despite his talent. The Steelers' hesitation to offer him a contract extension highlights concerns over his lack of Pro Bowl selections. The 2027 NFL Draft is expected to be strong, adding further value to the picks traded by the Steelers.

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  • •Giants and Lions considered trading for Joey Porter Jr.
  • •Porter Jr. was traded to Cowboys for future draft picks.
  • •NFL analysts believe trading for Porter Jr. was a mistake.
  • •Cowboys may struggle to justify the picks given Porter's no Pro Bowl status.
  • •2027 NFL Draft class is projected to be high-quality.
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  • 3:12 PMYahoo Sports — Report Shows Why NY Giants & Lions Avoided Big Mistake By Losing Joey Porter Jr. Trade Sweepstakes
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While some New York Giants and Detroit Lions fans hoped their teams made a trade for Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Joey […]

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