Alright, you won’t believe what came out of Detroit. Dan Campbell, the Lions’ head coach, dropped a truth bomb on Friday, telling reporters straight up, “We were very much in on him.” He’s talking about none other than cornerback Joey Porter Jr., who got traded from the Pittsburgh Steelers.
The Pursuit That Wasn’t
So, yeah, Campbell confirmed the Lions were seriously trying to snag Porter Jr. before he ended up in Dallas this week. It’s a classic mid-season twist, right? You hear rumors, but to get confirmation from the head coach himself? That’s wild. It shows how aggressive teams are willing to get to bolster their roster when they see an opportunity.
Cowboys Make the Deal
But here’s the kicker: despite Detroit’s strong interest, it was the Dallas Cowboys who ultimately sealed the deal. Pittsburgh sent Porter Jr. to Dallas, and what did they get in return? A 2028 second-round draft pick and a 2027 sixth-round pick. So, a couple of future picks for a guy who was clearly on a lot of teams’ radars, including the Lions’.
It’s a done deal, Porter Jr. is heading to Dallas. For Lions fans, it’s gotta sting a little to know how close they were to getting a talent like that. This kind of mid-season move always changes the landscape, even if it leaves you wondering what could’ve been for your team.
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Originally reported by Bleacher Report.
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