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Article4 Fantasy Football Busts to Avoid: Running Backs (2026)August 28, 2026

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Dallas will also have George Pickens with them out of the gate, leading them into a more pass-centric style of play.

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Pickens' addition shifts Cowboys toward pass-centric play, reducing Williams' touch potential.

George Pickens' addition to the Dallas Cowboys is expected to lead them into a more pass-centric style of play, which could reduce Javonte Williams' touch share and contribute to a potential fade similar to his 2025 post-bye performance.

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Pickens trade exemplifies Cowboys-Steelers trade partnership history.

Yahoo Sports NFL

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Pickens matched Lamb's 26 routes; 1A role in weak-defense offense supports consistency.

ESPN Fantasy Football

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Pickens' 89% route rate and 40% air yards show elite contingent upside if Lamb misses time.

Fantasy Life Articles

George PickensPositiveValue

Speaker prefers Neighbors over Pickens as a buy-low target.

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Pickens held to 36 yards combined with Lamb; Giants' secondary contained Dallas.

Big Blue View

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These were the leaders in lost yardage due to drops in Week 1 (per @FantasyPtsData) 1. George Pickens: 51 Air Yards on 2 Drops 2. Jameson Williams:...

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