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Jerry Jones says Cowboys trade talks continue, targeting Steelers cornerback Joey Porter Jr.
Jones confirmed active conversations about roster upgrades while the Cowboys sit 30th in yards allowed.
By Felo News Desk · Published
Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones told listeners on 105.3 The Fan that the team has "active conversations" about improving the roster through trades, according to Bleacher Report. While he declined to comment directly on Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Joey Porter Jr., the 26‑year‑old is reportedly near the top of Dallas' target list.
ESPN reporter Adam Schefter said the Cowboys are among a handful of teams that have begun inquiring about Porter, who has missed the first three games of the 2026 season with a back injury. Sources told Schefter that the Steelers would consider offers but would expect strong compensation.
Dallas has already added defensive linemen Quinnen Williams, Rashan Gary and Kenny Clark, and used its two 2026 first‑round picks on safety Caleb Downs and linebacker Malachi Lawrence. Despite those moves, the Cowboys rank 30th in the NFL, allowing 387.0 yards per game through the first three weeks.
The team hopes to rebound when it faces the Houston Texans in Week 4.
Key facts
- Jerry Jones said the Cowboys have active trade conversations (bleacherreport.com)
- Joey Porter Jr. missed the first three games of the 2026 season due to a back injury (bleacherreport.com)
- The Cowboys rank 30th in the NFL in yards allowed per game (387.0) after three weeks (bleacherreport.com)
- Dallas acquired defensive linemen Quinnen Williams, Rashan Gary and Kenny Clark this season (bleacherreport.com)
- The Cowboys used two 2026 first‑round picks on safety Caleb Downs and linebacker Malachi Lawrence (bleacherreport.com)
Sources
- [1] bleacherreport.com — originally reported as “Jerry Jones Hints at Ongoing Cowboys Trade Talks amid Joey Porter Jr. , Steelers Rumors”
