Yes, that's right! George Pickens signed the Dallas Cowboys' franchise tag — a one-year, $27.3 million deal — on April 29, 2026, locking him in for the season (from the George Pickens page). He's now lining up alongside CeeDee Lamb in what was the #2-ranked passing offense in the NFL heading into 2026, with all 11 offensive starters returning.
A couple of takes from the experts:
- The Fantasy Headliners noted Pickens "got away from that horrendous Pittsburgh offense and straight sploded in 2025" — a well-timed breakout on his new team.
- Fantasy Football Today raised the question of whether contract distractions could lead to early-season absences, though Pickens resolved that by reporting on time.
Bottom line: Pickens is all-in on the tag for 2026, coming off a 1,429-yard, second-team All-Pro season in Dallas' loaded offense.