Pickens' Cowboys Future Uncertain

0:00On March 31st, Dallas Cowboys head coach Brian Shottenheimer says he has no guarantee that franchise tagged wide receiver George Pickens will show up for the voluntary off-season program starting in a couple weeks. The Cowboys slapped the non-exclusive tag on him last month worth about $27 million, but Pickens hasn't signed it yet and wants a long-term deal. No talks have happened with his reps on a multi-year contract, since it's not the exclusive tag. Another team could sign him away, but they'd have to cough up two first round picks, which no one's doing right now. Fans and analysts are watching close because Pickens balled out last year with 93 catches, 1429 yards, and 9. Touchdowns, earning pro bull nods, and second team all pro honors. The Cowboys offense averaged over 30 points a game and needs him bad, especially with the defense not jumping yet. Pickens has been chilling with star teammates CD-Lamlately, boating and bonding, which looks good for keeping him in Dallas.

1:01Jerry Jones plays hardball in these talks, and skipping workouts could hurt Pickens' leverage as wide receiver prices climb this off-season. It'll drag into summer, but expect Pickens to report eventually, sitting out a full year after that breakout just doesn't add up for his career.