Cowboys' DeMarvion Overshown Makes Intriguing Move
Summary
The Dallas Cowboys have decided not to sign wide receiver George Pickens to a long-term contract this offseason, planning for him to play the 2026 season under the franchise tag. Linebacker DeMarvion Overshown, whose rookie contract ends after this season, has hired the same agent who represented former Cowboys player Micah Parsons, who was traded last year.Key Facts
- The Cowboys placed a nonexclusive franchise tag on wide receiver George Pickens, worth $27.3 million.
- The team does not plan to sign Pickens to a long-term deal immediately, leaving his future uncertain after 2026.
- Last year, Cowboys owner Jerry Jones had a public dispute with agent David Mulugheta over linebacker Micah Parsons’ contract.
- Micah Parsons was traded to the Green Bay Packers in August 2025 after contract disagreements.
- DeMarvion Overshown, a linebacker drafted in 2023, has now hired agent David Mulugheta.
- Overshown missed his entire rookie season due to a torn ACL and suffered another knee injury in late 2024.
- Despite injuries, Overshown showed strong performance in 2024 with multiple sacks, tackles, and QB hits.
- The Cowboys recently added new defensive players, reducing pressure on Overshown to lead the defense.
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