George Pickens will be "coach Pickens" during minicamp with no team drills
NBC Sports • • sports
Key Points:
- George Pickens attended his first offseason practice but did not participate in team drills during the mandatory minicamp, resulting in a $107,911 fine for missing all three days.
- Cowboys coach Brian Schottenheimer emphasized Pickens' commitment to the team despite his absence from mandatory team activities, noting that other players around the league have also skipped camps.
- The Cowboys are cautious about risking injury to Pickens, who has not been involved in the full offseason program, so he will focus on individual and mock drills instead of team practice.
- Pickens, 25, had a standout 2025 season with 93 receptions, 1,429 yards, and nine touchdowns, earning his first Pro Bowl selection.
- The Cowboys are not pursuing a long-term contract with Pickens, who will play the 2026 season on a $27.3 million franchise tag.
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