Overview

• Dak Prescott has commended Pickens for his professionalism, highlighting the receiver’s habit of arriving early to every team workout.
• During June minicamp, Pickens repeatedly outperformed defenders, notably beating Israel Mukuamu on a comeback route to showcase emerging rapport with Prescott.
• The Cowboys acquired Pickens from Pittsburgh on May 7 after the Steelers grew frustrated with his maturity issues and past tardiness.
• In three seasons with the Steelers, Pickens amassed 174 receptions for 2,841 yards and 12 touchdowns, illustrating his deep-threat capability.
• Prescott emphasized that integrating Pickens into a receiving corps led by CeeDee Lamb is central to Dallas’ 2025 championship aspirations.