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The Cowboys’ low-cost trade for George Pickens is paying off and complicating the future. Acquired from the Steelers for a 2026 third- and 2027 fifth-rounder, with a 2027 sixth returning, he’s making $3.656 million and has 32 catches, 525 yards and six touchdowns, pacing for career highs. With free agency in March and expectations above $30 million per year, Dallas faces tough choices; the 2026 franchise tag is $23.958 million, which he likely wouldn’t accept. Pickens praises the locker room and prioritizes winning, while Jerry Jones plans to wait on talks and the team’s agent relationship isn’t great.

Prepared by Emily Rhodes and reviewed by editorial team.