Deadline passes for George Pickens to get a long-term deal
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Key Points:
- The Dallas Cowboys officially declined to extend Pro Bowl wide receiver George Pickens' contract, who will play the 2026 season on a one-year, fully guaranteed $27.3 million franchise tag.
- Pickens is the only NFL player set to play under the franchise tag in 2026, as other tagged players like Kyle Pitts and Breece Hall signed long-term deals this offseason.
- The Cowboys cannot negotiate a contract extension with Pickens until after the 2026 regular season, and he will become a free agent again in March 2027.
- Pickens had a standout 2025 season with 93 receptions, 1,429 yards, and nine touchdowns, earning his first Pro Bowl and positioning himself for a potential lucrative contract next year.
