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Pickens Expected to Play Despite Injury Concerns
1 Nov
Summary
- George Pickens is expected to play in Week 8 against the Cardinals.
- He was limited in practice with hamstring and shoulder injuries.
- Pickens ranks as WR15 overall and WR4 over the last three weeks.
Dallas Cowboys wide receiver George Pickens is anticipated to play in Sunday's Week 8 matchup against the Arizona Cardinals. This comes after he was limited in practice throughout the week due to both a hamstring injury and a pre-existing shoulder issue.
Despite the "questionable" designation, Head Coach Brian Schottenheimer expressed confidence that Pickens, along with Quinnen Williams and Caleb Downs, would be available. Pickens has a history of durability, missing only three games in his career. His current form sees him ranked as the WR15 overall this season and even better as WR4 over the past three weeks.
The matchup against the Cardinals presents a favorable opportunity for Pickens. Arizona's defense ranks among the worst in the league, allowing the fifth-most fantasy points to wide receivers and the second-most touchdowns. This sets Pickens up for a potentially high-scoring performance, possibly delivering WR1-level production.
Fans and fantasy managers should confirm Pickens' final status when inactives are released around 11:30 a.m. ET on Sunday, ahead of the 1 p.m. ET kickoff.
