Cowboys Seemingly Dealing With Issue With Ex-Steeler George Pickens

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Former Pittsburgh Steelers star George Pickens had an incredible year with the Dallas Cowboys.

While Pickens had no questions about his talent and everything to do with what he does on the field, at times, by acting inappropriately, he seemingly figured that out last season in Dallas. Whether that was due to getting the football at the level he wanted, putting up the numbers he was hoping for, or trying to be on his best behavior because he knows he needs to get paid, Pickens did what he had to do in a very big year.

However, similar to how the Steelers seemingly felt about him as they traded him to the Cowboys, it sounds like Dallas could also be in a position to move on from him. Recently, when discussing what the trade market looks like for the former Steelers star, Stephen Jones, Jerry Jones' son, said there has been no interest in Pickens.

"You hate to get into things like that, but no, we've had no one call with interest in George Pickens," Jones said on 105.3 The Fan, per NFL.com.

It remains uncertain whether the Cowboys even want to move on from Pickens, but the contract situation plays a major role in this. Kevin Patra of NFL.com had the latest on what all of this could mean, though he added that there's been no indication that the Cowboys are close to a long-term deal with him. That could ultimately lead to a trade.

“Not receiving any calls with interest and not being interested in trading him are two separate thoughts. Thus far, there have been no indications that the Cowboys are close to a multiyear extension with the wideout. The franchise tag is set to pay Pickens $27.29 million in 2026. Owner Jerry Jones said during the Annual League Meeting in March that the club had long-term plans for the wide receiver.

“Dallas' propensity to drag its feet on extensions could elongate the situation. A year ago, the contract talks with Micah Parsons unraveled, leading to the blockbuster trade to Green Bay. The Cowboys have until July 15 to work out an extension with Pickens or he'll play the season on a one-year deal,” Patra wrote.