The Dallas Cowboys faced a roadblock when CeeDee Lamb got injured, but then George Pickens stepped in and stole the spotlight. Now the tough part is here: deciding what to do when Pickens’ rookie contract expires after this season. Will Jerry Jones extend him, tag him, or let him walk away as a free agent?
When the Cowboys traded for Pickens earlier this year, it seemed like a savvy move. They gave up a 2026 third-round pick and a 2027 fifth-round pick to the Pittsburgh Steelers. Plus, they received a sixth-rounder in return and the final year of his rookie deal.
At $3.65 million, the price was right. But Pickens quickly made it clear he’s far more than a bargain find. In the past five games, Pickens has six touchdowns. And his nine catches for 168 yards and a touchdown i