Cowboys Tag Pickens, Eye Long-Term Deal

0:00On March 2nd, the Dallas Cowboys are gearing up for a pricey offseason, starting with their franchise tag on wide receiver George Pickens. They slapped the second team all pro with the tag worth $27.3 million for the 2026 season. That's well under the $40 million market rate for top receivers, even after Pickens racked up $1,049 receiving. Yards last year, good for third in the league. Pickens turns just 25 before next season, so he's primed for a big long-term deal. Players usually dodge the one-year tag because it lacks the security of a multi-year contract at full value. Still, the Cowboys might not be done negotiating with their new superstar addition. Insider Buzz from the NFL Combine has folks talking about a tag and trade scenario. Reports say Dallas could shot Pickens right after tagging him, similar to how the Packers moved Devante Addams to the Raiders back in 20-22. That move creates leverage and talks. For now though, the Cowboys haven't hinted at dealing him away.

1:03Pickens looks locked in for at least 2026, setting up a killer duo with CD-LAM that could dominate for years. As contract drama heats up around other stars too, keep an eye on Dallas this offseason. They're playing it smart to build leverage and secure their future.