Giants consider trade for Steelers cornerback Joey Porter Jr
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 26, 2026, 6:42 PM
Last updated Aug 26, 2026

The New York Giants are exploring a potential trade to acquire cornerback Joey Porter Jr. from the Pittsburgh Steelers, swapping a 2027 second- and sixth-round pick. This move aims to bolster the Giants' secondary, which has struggled amid recent roster changes. Currently, their cornerback depth includes Paulson Adebo and Greg Newsome II, but both are viewed as uncertain starters. Adding Porter, who has consistently performed well in coverage, would provide the Giants with a reliable defensive option to contend with top NFC East wideouts. For the trade to occur, a contract extension for Porter would be necessary.
- •Giants propose trading for Joey Porter Jr. from Steelers.
- •Offer includes 2027 second- and sixth-round draft picks.
- •Adding Porter would upgrade the Giants' secondary significantly.
- •Porter has allowed a passer rating of no higher than 82.7 in coverage.
- •The Giants must negotiate a contract extension to finalize the trade.
- 6:42 PMYahoo Sports — Giants trade idea swaps second- and sixth-round picks for star Steelers CB
"This trade idea for the Giants would be a nice one to upgrade the defense.
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