Would the Cowboys draft a wide receiver in the first round?
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Key Points:
- The Dallas Cowboys plan to place the franchise tag on wide receiver George Pickens in 2026, foregoing long-term contract negotiations, which may displease the Pro Bowl player.
- Despite a struggling defense that allowed a team-record 511 points last season, the Cowboys are open to drafting offensive players, as indicated by Jerry Jones referencing past decisions like selecting CeeDee Lamb in 2020.
- The team holds the 12th and 20th picks in the upcoming draft and has already hosted wide receiver prospects Jordyn Tyson and Carnell Tate, signaling potential interest in offensive talent.
- Executive VP Stephen Jones emphasized that draft decisions will focus on selecting the best player available, regardless of position, reflecting a flexible approach similar to previous drafts.
- The Cowboys are not publicly discussing specific draft strategies or potential communications with Pickens about wide receiver selections, preferring to keep contingency plans confidential.
