Summary
The Dallas Cowboys' wide receiver, George Pickens, is being highlighted as a top player entering NFL free agency. Experts predict that if he doesn't get a franchise tag, his market value could reach about $35 million per year. The Cowboys are considering using the franchise tag to retain him while they think about their long-term salary plans.
Key Facts
- George Pickens is a wide receiver for the Dallas Cowboys.
- He had a successful 2025 season, with 93 catches for 1,429 yards and nine touchdowns.
- ESPN's Bill Barnwell called Pickens a "franchise player."
- Without a franchise tag, his market value is projected at $35 million annually.
- Current top wide receiver salaries include Ja'Marr Chase at $40.2 million and Justin Jefferson at $35 million a year.
- The Cowboys might use the franchise tag on Pickens to keep him temporarily while managing their budget.
- The NFL free agency period starts on March 11, 2026.
