Jerry Jones Makes Critical Error With George Pickens as Negotiations Loom
Summary
Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones is currently preparing to negotiate a new contract for wide receiver George Pickens, who is having his best season in the NFL. Some experts criticize Jones for publicly praising Pickens too much, which could lead to higher salary demands when Pickens becomes a free agent.Key Facts
- Jerry Jones owns the Dallas Cowboys football team.
- George Pickens is a wide receiver having a strong season with 78 catches, 1,179 yards, and eight touchdowns so far.
- Jones traded to get Pickens from the Pittsburgh Steelers in exchange for draft picks.
- Pickens can become a free agent soon, meaning he can sign with any team.
- Jones is publicly supportive of Pickens despite criticism about Pickens's effort in a recent game.
- Experts believe Jones's praise might lead to a high contract demand from Pickens, possibly costing around $40 million per year.
- The Cowboys already spend heavily on other player contracts, such as Dak Prescott's $240 million deal and CeeDee Lamb's $136 million deal.
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