Joey Porter Sr. Says Steelers 'Held Us Down for Three Weeks,' Celebrates Cowboys Victory over Texans
Porter played 24 defensive snaps and allowed no completions in his first game for Dallas after a trade from Pittsburgh.
- On Sunday, cornerback Joey Porter Jr. made his Dallas Cowboys debut, helping the team secure a 34-30 victory over the Houston Texans. His presence contributed to the win after just days of preparation.
- Pittsburgh traded the 26-year-old cornerback to Dallas last week after a contract dispute. The Steelers reportedly moved on due to their "general philosophy of avoiding second-year guarantees," ending a standoff stretching into the regular season.
- During his 19 coverage snaps, Porter played 24 defensive snaps total and did not permit a single completion. Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud targeted him only once, illustrating why Dallas prioritized the acquisition.
- Communication with safeties Caleb Downs and Malik Hooker proved critical to easing his transition. Describing the experience as "a blessing," Porter said he felt he proved why Dallas acquired him.
- The Steelers signed veteran Sean Murphy-Bunting to bolster depth after the departure. Media projections suggest Pittsburgh may target a cornerback replacement in the 2027 NFL Draft to maintain AFC North competitiveness.
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Joey Porter Sr. spent eight seasons in Pittsburgh, made four Pro Bowls, and later returned as a coach. So when he took a shot at the Steelers after the Cowboys beat the Texans, it did not read like a stranger’s criticism. His son, Joey Porter Jr., was a second-round pick of the franchise in 2023 until Pittsburgh traded the cornerback to Dallas. His father, Porter Sr. made his feelings known about the Steel City, and the criticism went beyond the…
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