Cowboys Lock in George Pickens with Franchise Tag

On April 24, Dallas Cowboys exec Stephen Jones just shut down all the trade rumors for

wide receiver George Pickens.

They got zero plans to move him, and Pickens signed his franchise tag on Thursday for

the 2026 season at 27,200.

$98,000, fully guaranteed.

Earlier this week, Jones made it clear there's no long-term deal coming this year.

They'll let him play out the tag, citing the second big contract at Whiteout, and his

recent arrival on the team as key factors.

Pickens put up big numbers last year, catching 93 passes for 1,049 yards and 9 touchdowns

and all.

17 games.

Fans and analysts are buzzing about his impact since the trade from Pittsburgh.

League sources say Dallas might tag him again in 2027, keeping their cat flexible.

Jones calls talks with Pickens' agents Supercordial and stress the tag as a core part of their

strategy to hold top talent.

Bottom line.

The Cowboys are locked in on building around Pickens' short term.

Eyes on contention without breaking the bank just yet.