Cowboys' Pickens on Franchise Tag: 'Time Will Tell'

It's March 17 for the NFL.

Let's get into it.

The Dallas Cowboys slapped the franchise tag on why receiver George Pickens' off-season,

locking him into a one-year deal worth 27.

Two million dollars fully guaranteed.

After a breakout season, the team wanted to avoid a bidding war and free agency, and

by time for long-term talks.

No contract negotiations have happened so far, according to reports from the Dallas Morning

News.

The Cowboys hope Pickens plays out the tag, but that depends on whether he's okay, risking

it without security.

Cowboys fans know this drama all too well, with star players holding out before camp.

Stars like Dak Prescott and CD Lamb have spoken up for Pickens, which could help push things

along.

Pickens had a huge year in Dallas, grabbing 93 passes for 29 yards and 9 touchdowns, all

career bests.

That put him top 10 in the league, for those stats.

Now, with summer training camp looming, there's worry about a standoff if he skips workouts

or holds in.

A long-term deal seems deserved, but Jerry Jones and the team aren't budging yet, leaving

everyone guessing.

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