George Pickens signs franchise tag with Dallas Cowboys for nearly $28 million

8 articles · Updated · Blogging The Boys · Apr 29

Pickens, 25, officially signed the one-year tag on Wednesday, securing a salary just under $28 million for the 2026 season.
Cowboys executives Stephen and Jerry Jones have stated there are no plans to negotiate a long-term deal or trade Pickens this year.
Pickens, coming off a Pro Bowl season with 93 catches and 1,429 yards, will become a free agent in 2027 unless a new agreement is reached.

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