Overview
- Multiple reports from the Dallas Morning News and others say the Cowboys have not held any contract discussions with Pickens’ agent to date.
- The receiver tag is projected around $28–29 million for 2026, with the tagging window running Feb. 17–Mar. 3 ahead of free agency on March 11.
- Pickens said at Pro Bowl events that he wants to remain in Dallas, has not begun talks, and is prepared to wait to see how the market develops.
- Team leaders publicly indicate they expect him back, with Stephen Jones noting the club can “effectuate” a return and Dak Prescott calling keeping Pickens “vital.”
- Pickens is coming off a 93-catch, 1,429-yard, nine‑TD season that boosts his price into the $30M‑per‑year tier, as Dallas balances cap constraints, defensive upgrades, and reported discipline considerations in structuring a deal.