Summary
The Dallas Cowboys face challenges in securing a long-term contract with wide receiver George Pickens. The price for his contract may increase due to recent large deals for other players. The Cowboys have until July 15 to finalize a deal, or Pickens might sit out the season.
Key Facts
- George Pickens might earn just under $28 million next season if he plays on a temporary contract called a franchise tag.
- The recent contract extension of another player, Jaxon Smith-Njigba, has increased the average pay for wide receivers.
- Pickens aims to secure a long-term contract similar to recent $40 million-a-year contracts signed by other top receivers.
- The Dallas Cowboys have until July 15 to agree on a new deal with Pickens, or he may refuse to play.
- The Los Angeles Rams are expected to offer a new deal to Puka Nacua, which could set the market price even higher.
- There have been no reported negotiations yet between Pickens and the Cowboys.
- Historically, the Cowboys tend to delay contract negotiations, sometimes leading to higher costs.
