Cowboys WR George Pickens May Demand Trade Amid Contract Dispute: Report
Summary
The Dallas Cowboys placed a franchise tag on wide receiver George Pickens, meaning he can talk to other teams but the Cowboys can match any offer. The team does not want to sign him to a long-term contract, and Pickens may ask for a trade if a deal isn’t reached.Key Facts
- The Cowboys gave George Pickens a non-exclusive franchise tag in February, worth $27.3 million for 2026.
- Pickens and the Cowboys have until July 15 to agree on a long-term contract.
- The Cowboys’ executive vice president said they do not plan to offer Pickens a long-term deal.
- There is confusion whether Pickens has formally accepted the franchise tag or not.
- ESPN NFL insider Adam Schefter said Pickens wants a long-term contract or a trade.
- Cowboys owner Jerry Jones said the team has long-term plans for Pickens but denied trading him.
- Cowboys previously traded star linebacker Micah Parsons after contract disputes; Pickens shares the same agent as Parsons.
- Pickens led the Cowboys last season in catches (93), receiving yards (1,429), and touchdowns (9).
Read the Full Article
This is a fact-based summary from The Actual News. Click below to read the complete story directly from the original source.