Pickens Inks Tender, Cowboys' Trade Speculation Arises

On April 30, Dallas Cowboys' wide receiver George Pickens just inked his franchise tender,

securing $27.3 million for the first size, 2026 season.

The team made it official on Wednesday, putting any holdout rumors to rest.

With the deal done, the spotlight shifts to his long-term spot on the roster.

Cowboys brass made it clear they won't chase a multi-year extension this year, so he's

likely suiting up for one season before testing for the agency.

That setup could light a fire under him, though.

Playing on a contract year often brings out the best, pushing for a monster performance

to cash in big, later.

They snagged Pickens from the Pittsburgh Steelers right after the 2025 NFL draft, giving

up just a third-round pick in two.

1026, his solid-played last season in Dallas boosted his value way up.

Now the tender signed, a trade-door cracks open, even if the Cowboys keep saying they're

not shopping him.

They could flip him for even better return than what they paid, keeping everyone guessing

on his next chapter.