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Pickens Ignites Cowboys Offense, Eyes Extension
19 Nov
Summary
- Cowboys acquired WR George Pickens from Steelers in a trade.
- Pickens has excelled with Cowboys, nearing career-best stats.
- Coach favors long-term extension for Pickens in Dallas.
The Dallas Cowboys have significantly strengthened their offensive unit by acquiring wide receiver George Pickens in a trade with the Pittsburgh Steelers. Since joining Dallas, Pickens has demonstrated a remarkable resurgence, recording 58 receptions for 908 yards and seven touchdowns through the first 10 games, already surpassing his previous career high in touchdowns and on pace to best other stats.
Head coach Brian Schottenheimer has publicly endorsed keeping Pickens with the team long-term, stating he is "very in favor" of an extension. He emphasized the valuable offensive firepower that Pickens and CeeDee Lamb provide, even expressing how fortunate he feels calling plays for such a potent duo.
With his contract nearing an end, Pickens is poised to command a substantial pay increase. Reports suggest the Cowboys might utilize the franchise tag to retain him, as his potential value on the open market could exceed Dallas's matching capabilities if he were to become a free agent.
