Overview
- The Cowboys lost the season opener to the New York Giants, 28-20, in a game where George Pickens finished with three catches for 28 yards and two notable drops that swung momentum.
- One sideline drop late in the first half led to a quick sequence that included a Dak Prescott interception and a 55-yard, 29-second Giants touchdown drive that shifted the lead.
- Coach Brian Schottenheimer said he “doesn’t say anything” to Pickens and voiced confidence that Pickens will be fine, signaling the team will not publicly punish him for the mistakes.
- Pickens acknowledged the drops and said he wants to limit them because he knows what he can do, and quarterback Dak Prescott said he will continue to target Pickens and CeeDee Lamb despite the miscues.
- Because the Cowboys placed the franchise tag on Pickens for 2026, his early-season production carries extra weight for his future pay and for Dallas’ roster and cap decisions as the team prepares for Week 2.