George Pickens Holds Out for Long-Term Deal

0:00On April 27th, George Pickens still has an ink that franchise tag-tender from the Dallas Cowboys, even though folks thought he would write around. The NFL draft last week, the dudes holding out for a long-term deal, either staying put or getting shipped to another squad. Cowboys brass has been straight up about it, no multi-year contract coming his way. They've already dropped massive bags on Dak Prescott with a 4-year, $240 million extension, and CD Lam's 4-year won. $136 million packed. Pickens just got here last year, so they're playing it safe. Fans and analysts are buzzing because Pickens balled out with 93 catches, 1429 yards, and 9 scores, fueling the leagues top-passing attack at 4,735 yards. Dallas only grabbed one receiver in the draft, a seventh-rounder from East Carolina. League rules give him till July 15th the sort of long-term agreement, but signing the tag now locks him into a one-year, fully guaranteed.

1:03$27.3 million deal. After that, he's a free agent, but injury risks loom without security. Both sides seem stuck in limbo, and with Dallas' eye and contender status, thanks to that offense and defensive upgrades, they better figure this out. Quick to keep the momentum rolling.