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NFL·ANALYSIS·October 2, 2026 06:42 PM ET

Jerry Jones calls Joey Porter Jr. trade a win-now move

Owner says more deals remain in play this season

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 51m1 min read
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What happened: Speaking on @1053thefan, Jones said "everything is fluid" when asked about future trades that could help later in the season. He tied the Porter move to what Dallas believes it can do immediately, framing the deal as a push for the current roster rather than a longer-term play.

Why it matters: The remarks put a clear front-office motive on a deal that already cost Dallas meaningful draft capital. They also keep the door open for more roster moves if Jerry Jones decides the team still needs help during the season.

By the numbers: Porter was the No.

What to watch: Watch whether Porter is available for Dallas' next game after being ruled out for Thursday's trip to Cleveland. Jones' comments also keep attention on whether the club makes another in-season trade.

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