Dallas Cowboys close to acquiring George Pickens in trade with Pittsburgh Steelers
George Pickens’ role in Dallas Cowboys
Once finalized, this trade will provide the Cowboys its much-needed second high-profile wide receiver, who will be working along with CeeDee Lamb.
During the last season, the club could only manage the 11th position in terms of passing offense in the NFL under QB Dak Prescott, according to USA Today.
Pickens is going into his fourth season in the league and will be eligible for a contract extension when this year comes to an end. His rookie deal is currently in its final year.
In February this year, Pittsburgh Steelers’ general manager, Omar Khan informed that the team was looking forward to a deal with the 24-year-old player, but ultimately decided to move on.According to NFL.com, the Cowboys failed to rope in a second wide receiver during the NFL Draft 2025 and the free agency. This comes after the Steelers brought in wide receiver DK Metcalf from the Seattle Seahawks. The player was later signed by the side for a $150 million contract for five years.
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George Pickens’ performance so far
In the last NFL season, Pickens ended up with a total of 59 catches for 900 yards as well as three touchdowns.
While in Steelers, he remained a prominent player in the lineup and witnessed at least 50 receptions, three touchdowns accompanied by 800 yards during each of his three seasons with the side, as per the ESPN report.
Having Pickens in the side will now provide QB Dak Prescott another wide receiver target that can be paired with CeeDee Lamb.
During the last season, Pickens remained unavailable for three games after he suffered a hamstring strain, besides facing several other injuries on the field.
If all goes as planned, this will be the second time in the last six months when the Cowboys have looked forward to acquiring a wide receiver in the NFL. In November last year, the club got Jonathan Mingo, who in his eight games with the club and has marked 5 receptions for 46 yards.
FAQs
1. When will the NFL announce the full schedule for the next season?
It is scheduled to be out on May 14 at 8 PM ET.
2. How did George Pickens perform in the last NFL season?
The 24-year-old ended up with 59 catches for 900 yards, accompanied by three touchdowns.
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