Overview
- At Senior Bowl meetings, Stephen Jones reiterated the team “certainly” wants George Pickens back and said coordinator interviews reinforced how difficult Dallas’ offense was to defend.
- Multiple reports indicate the Cowboys are likely to use the wide receiver franchise tag, projected around $28 million, if a multi‑year deal with Pickens is not reached before free agency.
- Pickens, a 2025 second‑team All‑Pro after posting 93 catches for 1,429 yards and 9 touchdowns, is viewed as the top receiver in this free‑agent class with market projections near $30 million annually.
- Dallas has begun talks with running back Javonte Williams’ representatives, with Jones calling him a priority after his 1,201‑yard, 11‑TD season.
- Fixing a league‑worst defense remains the offseason focus under new coordinator Christian Parker, with the Cowboys planning targeted free‑agent additions and holding two first‑round picks (Nos. 12 and 20), as outside suitors like the Broncos, Titans and Chargers are speculated for Pickens if he reaches the market.