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Vikings Mulled Rodgers But Feared McCarthy Trade Request
Reported by Alec Lewis
New details from The Athletic's Alec Lewis reveal that many within the Vikings endorsed signing Aaron Rodgers in 2025 after he pledged to play for a minuscule amount of money, but concerns over his fit and the possibility of J.J. McCarthy's camp requesting a trade contributed to the team passing. Rodgers never could join Minnesota, and McCarthy was later linked to the Giants without ever requesting a move.
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Cowboys-Steelers Trade Talks For Joey Porter Jr. Began Early In Season
Source not verified
Stephen Jones revealed on @SASportsStar that trade discussions between the Cowboys and Steelers regarding cornerback Joey Porter Jr. started at the beginning of the season. The talks, which have been ongoing for months, suggest Pittsburgh has been evaluating a potential move involving the young defensive back.
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Cowboys Inquired About Steelers' Joey Porter Jr. During Training Camp
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SI's Albert Breer reports that the Dallas Cowboys reached out to the Pittsburgh Steelers about cornerback Joey Porter Jr. early in training camp while exploring corners with simmering contract situations, including New England's Christian Gonzalez. Pittsburgh told Dallas that if a deal happened early in the season, the price would be high — and it was too high at the time for the Cowboys given Porter's expiring contract. No trade materialized, leaving Porter in Pittsburgh.
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Steelers Reportedly Sign Doneiko Slaughter To Active Roster
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The Pittsburgh Steelers have reportedly signed defensive back Doneiko Slaughter to the active roster from the practice squad, according to a new report. Slaughter had been elevated in each of the first three games and has played exclusively on special teams, logging zero defensive snaps. With Jalen Ramsey and Brandin Echols available, Slaughter will likely remain a depth piece unless in-game injuries occur.
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Steelers Offered $27M, JPJ Declined
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Mike Florio reported that the Steelers had an offer out for just north of $27 million per year, which Joey Porter Jr. declined. The exact details of the offer—whether it was a one-year, two-year, or full extension—remain unclear.
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JPJ Willing To Play Without Extension
Source not verified
A source confirmed to Ed Werder that Joey Porter Jr. is fine with playing in Dallas without a contract extension, similar to teammate George Pickens. He is willing to play out his current deal because the Cowboys were the team he most wanted to play for after leaving the Steelers.
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Lions, Giants Also Interested Before Porter Landed With Cowboys
Source not verified
The host reports that other teams interested in Joey Porter Jr. included the Detroit Lions and the New York Giants, but that it was always going to be the Cowboys. He points to Omar Khan's strong relationship with Jerry Jones, evidenced by recent trades for players like George Pickens. The deal ultimately sent Porter to Dallas.
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Dulac: Porter Turned Down $27M-Per-Year Steelers Offer
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Jared Dulac reports that team sources say Joey Porter Jr. turned down a multi-year offer from the Steelers that would have averaged slightly more than $27 million per year, which would have made him the seventh-highest-paid cornerback in the NFL. It is not known how much guaranteed money was offered, which may have been the sticking point. The host notes Porter had reportedly sought $30-35 million per year and $100 million guaranteed.
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Steelers Rumored to Send Joey Porter Jr. to Cowboys for Late-Round Picks
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The Pittsburgh Steelers are rumored to be sending cornerback Joey Porter Jr. to the Dallas Cowboys for a 2028 second-round pick and a conditional 2027 sixth-round pick, a return the host calls underwhelming. The rumor came one day before Pittsburgh's Thursday night game against Cleveland, after Porter ruled himself out with back pain despite being a full practice participant. The host notes the rumor is not finalized and that Porter could potentially make his Dallas debut Sunday versus the Texans.
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Steelers' Asking Price For Joey Porter Jr. Trade Revealed
Source not verified
The conditions for a potential Joey Porter Jr. trade have reportedly surfaced, giving the Steelers a clearer picture of what a deal could look like. Pittsburgh appears to be setting a defined compensation threshold as speculation about the cornerback's future continues.
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Teams Don't View Joey Porter Jr. As Top-10 Cornerback
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Reports indicated that teams around the NFL do not view Joey Porter Jr. as a top-10 cornerback, which diminished his trade value. This perception, combined with a lack of leverage, led to the Steelers accepting a lesser package.
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Joey Porter Jr. Ruled Himself Out With 'Injury' Before Possible Move
Source not verified
Before any move, Joey Porter Jr. ruled himself out with a quote-unquote injury ahead of Sunday's game, according to the hosts. This added to speculation that a move was imminent.
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Joey Porter Jr. Not Signing Extension Immediately
Source not verified
Joey Porter Jr. will not sign a contract extension right away with the Dallas Cowboys. He could potentially be a 13 or 14 game rental this season and then sign elsewhere, which would net the Cowboys a compensatory pick if they don't re-sign him. It's a fresh start with no immediate contract.
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League Consensus: Joey Porter Jr. Not An Elite Cornerback
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Dan Graziano of ESPN reports that while teams have called the Steelers about Joey Porter Jr., none have offered enough to convince Pittsburgh to trade him and then pay the contract he wants. The league-wide view is that Porter is a good cornerback but not among the elites at the position. If he seeks more than $30 million per year, finding a team desperate enough to meet both his salary demands and the Steelers' compensation ask may prove difficult.
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Cowboys Inquire About Steelers' Joey Porter Jr.
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The Dallas Cowboys have reportedly reached out to the Pittsburgh Steelers regarding cornerback Joey Porter Jr., who is at odds with Pittsburgh in contract negotiations. Josina Anderson reported that the Steelers received a recent inquiry from Dallas, though nothing has materialized. Jerry Jones also acknowledged conversations are ongoing, and Adam Schefter previously noted the Cowboys' interest, with most reports suggesting a second-round pick as the potential cost.
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Cowboys, Lions Inquire About Steelers' Joey Porter Jr.
Reported by Adam Schefter
Adam Schefter reported that the Dallas Cowboys and Detroit Lions are among teams that have begun making inquiries about the availability of Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Joey Porter Jr. The Cowboys' secondary has been decimated by injuries, making a move more urgent. No trade has been made, and the Steelers have not indicated they will move him.
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Cowboys And Steelers Reportedly Apart On Joey Porter Jr. Trade Value
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An insider reports that the Cowboys and Steelers do not currently agree on the trade value for cornerback Joey Porter Jr. The disconnect in compensation suggests Pittsburgh is holding firm on its asking price for the young defensive back. No deal appears imminent as the two sides remain apart on terms.
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Giants And Steelers In Deep Talks On Joey Porter Jr. Trade
Source not verified
Multiple reports and rumors indicate the New York Giants and Pittsburgh Steelers are in deep discussions on a trade for cornerback Joey Porter Jr., with both sides progressing toward a deal. A Twitter account claims the Giants and Steelers are in deep talks, with John Harbaugh pushing behind the scenes, and that Porter and New York aim for a deal worth $27 million AAV. The deal is not done yet, and any trade would likely come with an extension.
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Jerry Jones Confirms Cowboys Trade Conversations, Dodges Joey Porter Jr. Question
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Cowboys owner Jerry Jones told @1053thefan that Dallas is "right on top of it" and actively engaged in trade discussions around the league, though he declined to confirm any specific talks with the Steelers regarding cornerback Joey Porter Jr. Jones cited tampering concerns while acknowledging conversations are "going on all over." The comments keep Pittsburgh's young corner squarely in the rumor mill.
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Steelers Missed Out On Mekhi Becton, Who Chose Packers
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The Pittsburgh Steelers reportedly showed interest in free agent offensive lineman Mekhi Becton before he opted to sign with the Green Bay Packers. The Steelers' pursuit fell short, leaving them still searching for offensive line help. Becton instead lands in Green Bay, while Pittsburgh must look elsewhere to address its front-five needs.
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Joey Porter Jr. Trade Talk Continues As Steelers Win
Source not verified
The source said there has been a lot of trade conversation around Steelers cornerback Joey Porter Jr., and a trade could happen this week with the Cowboys or the Lions. Porter missed the Bengals game and his absence was felt in man coverage against Ja'Marr Chase.
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Gerry Dulac Doubts Joey Porter Jr. Will Play For Steelers This Season
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Gerry Dulac said on DVE that he doesn't believe Joey Porter Jr. will suit up for the Steelers at any point this season. Dulac pointed to Porter turning down an offer north of $27 million and sitting out spring workouts, OTAs, minicamp, and training camp, arguing that playing now on roughly $4 million would make the whole holdout pointless.
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