Cowboys Franchise Tag Pickens, No Assurances He Will Attend Program
Key Takeaways
- Cowboys have franchise-tagged George Pickens.
- No assurances Pickens will attend the voluntary offseason program.
- Uncertainty on long-term contract could lead to Pickens holdout.
Pickens Franchise Tagged
The Dallas Cowboys franchised George Pickens with a nonexclusive tag worth $27.3 million.
“The Dallas Cowboys are on the verge of knowing what George Pickens is or isn’t going to do”
Schottenheimer has had conversations with Pickens but has no assurances he will attend the voluntary offseason program.
Pickens has been training with Dak Prescott and CeeDee Lamb outside the facility.
Pickens Coming Off Career Year
Pickens established career highs in catches, yards, and touchdowns.
He was named a second-team All-Pro as well as a Pro Bowler.
The Cowboys have until July 15 to sign him to a contract extension.
Nonexclusive Tag Leaves Door Open
The nonexclusive tag allows Pickens to negotiate with other teams.
“Cowboys coach Brian Schottenheimer does not have assurances that franchise-tagged receiver George Pickens will be in attendance for the team’s offseason program”
Dallas has the right of first refusal or can accept two first-round picks.
There have been no reports of other teams making offers so far.
Schottenheimer Plays It Cool
Schottenheimer said he is not worried.
Offseason participation is voluntary.
Pickens working out with Dak is more important than facility attendance.
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