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Pickens locked in at $27.3M franchise tag for 2026 after failed extension talks.
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Pickens' contract situation was resolved when the Cowboys used the franchise tag to secure his services for the 2026 season after the July 15 deadline for long-term extensions passed. Stephen Jones made clear there would be 'no negotiations on a long-term deal,' and despite skepticism, he was true to his word. Pickens will make $27.3 million under the franchise tag in 2026. The source notes this put an end to any headline-grabbing storyline regarding Pickens' situation, which was the only potential drama the Cowboys faced this offseason. Pickens is referenced as one of two Pro Bowl wide receivers on the roster alongside CeeDee Lamb.
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Stephen Jones came right out and said 'There won't be negotiations on a long-term deal.' Despite some skepticism, he was true to his word and instead used the franchise tag to secure Pickens' services for the 2026 season. Now that the July 15 date has passed for the Cowboys to sign George Pickens to a long-term extension, No. 3 will make $27.3 million playing under the franchise tag this season.
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- Pickens' contract situation was resolved when the Cowboys used the franchise tag to secure his services for the 2026 season after the July 15 deadline for long-term extensions passed. Stephen Jones made clear there would be 'no negotiations on a long-term deal,' and despite skepticism, he was true to his word. Pickens will make $27.3 million under the franchise tag in 2026. The source notes this put an end to any headline-grabbing storyline regarding Pickens' situation, which was the only potential drama the Cowboys faced this offseason. Pickens is referenced as one of two Pro Bowl wide receivers on the roster alongside CeeDee Lamb.
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- STACKED tags this as a neutral fantasy football signal for George Pickens (WR DAL). Pickens locked in at $27.3M franchise tag for 2026 after failed extension talks.
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