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Lions miss out on trading for Joey Porter Jr. as Cowboys acquire him

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 1, 2026, 7:03 AM

Last updated Oct 1, 2026

Lions miss out on trading for Joey Porter Jr. as Cowboys acquire him

Summary

The Detroit Lions are currently 2-1 in the 2026 NFL season but are facing challenges with injuries and a struggling secondary. The team had been pursuing cornerback Joey Porter Jr. from the Pittsburgh Steelers, but he has been traded to the Dallas Cowboys. The trade reportedly includes a second-round pick. The Lions are set to play the Carolina Panthers on Sunday and will need to find alternatives to strengthen their secondary ahead of the game.

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Status Watch

•Lions are 2-1 in the 2026 NFL season.
•Joey Porter Jr. was traded to the Cowboys by the Steelers.
•The trade includes a package that has a second-round pick.
•The Lions face the Panthers on Sunday evening.

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7:03 AMYahoo Sports — Lions’ Joey Porter Jr. Pursuit Takes Unfortunate Turn

What they're saying

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The Detroit Lions, who are 2-1 through the first three games of the 2026 NFL season, are not only dealing with multiple injuries to key players but a struggling secondary that has brought into question their defense.The Lions have been linked to Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Joey Porter Jr., who seemed like a natural fit for […] The post Lions’ Joey Porter Jr. Pursuit Takes Unfortunate Turn appeared first on HEAVY.
— Yahoo Sports

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