Overview
- Multiple outlets citing The Athletic report Dallas intends to pursue a long‑term extension for George Pickens after the season.
- Jerry Jones said he does not expect Pickens to play for another team next year and lauded the receiver’s impact this season.
- ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler reports the projected 2026 wideout franchise tag of roughly $28–29 million is a viable fallback, though Pickens’ camp prefers multi‑year security and a sign‑and‑trade remains possible.
- Pickens has 67 receptions for 1,054 yards and eight touchdowns through 11 games after a May trade from Pittsburgh for a 2026 third and a 2027 fifth, a price rival executives have labeled a heist.
- Despite limited practices with calf and knee issues, Pickens is expected to play on Thanksgiving against the Chiefs.