George Pickens signs franchise tag
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Key Points:
- George Pickens had not signed the franchise tag by the start of the Cowboys' offseason program on Monday, despite earlier reports suggesting he would.
- The Cowboys announced on Wednesday that Pickens has officially signed the franchise tag, which guarantees him $27.3 million for the 2026 season.
- The franchise tag allows for the possibility of a trade, but Cowboys executive VP Stephen Jones stated the team has "zero intention" of trading Pickens.
- Jones also confirmed the Cowboys will not negotiate a new contract with Pickens in 2026; Pickens is set to become a free agent in 2027.
- Pickens, 25, made his first Pro Bowl in 2025 after a standout season with 93 receptions, 1,429 yards, and nine touchdowns in his first year with Dallas.
