Mike McCarthy doesn't know whether the Joey Porter Jr. trade affected the team
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Key Points:
- The Steelers traded cornerback Joey Porter Jr. to the Cowboys less than 24 hours before their Week 4 game against Cleveland, which they lost 27-24.
- Steelers coach Mike McCarthy acknowledged the timing was challenging but emphasized that such business decisions are part of the modern NFL and the best move for the organization.
- McCarthy revealed there was a possibility Porter could have played against the Browns, as they had planned a specific rep count for him before the trade was finalized.
- Quarterback Aaron Rodgers deferred questions about the trade’s impact to the defensive players but noted he expected Porter might play based on his practice performance.
- Linebacker Patrick Queen reportedly anticipated Porter’s departure when he didn’t board the team bus to Cleveland, and Porter is expected to make his Cowboys debut against the Texans on Sunday.
