George Pickens has become one of the most talked-about names of the NFL offseason. The receiver is living the best year of his career and is about to negotiate the most important extension of his trajectory. His performance in Week 12 against the Philadelphia Eagles confirmed him as a decisive factor. In fact, the Cowboys erased a 21-point deficit, and Pickens made an impact on every key play. However, his contract situation adds tension to the picture.
Pickens is in the final year of his rookie deal. He will be a free agent in 2026, and his current production suggests he will not be cheap. His agent is David Mulugheta, the same one Jerry Jones clashed with during Micah Parsons’ renewal. Even so, Dianna Russini of The Athletic revealed that there is no tension this time, and both sides plan to act professionally.
The future of Dallas’ offense
According to Essenciallysports report, Jerry Jones was direct when asked if he pictured a scenario without Pickens in 2026. He answered, “No, I don’t have that right now.” The owner stressed that the team has two number-one receivers and a quarterback in peak form. With a 5-5-1 record and the best offense in the league, Pickens’ presence is essential to sustaining that identity.
Extender a George PIckens le va a salir carísimo a los Cowboys… Justo como le gusta a Jerry Jones.
Pero que jugadorazo. pic.twitter.com/nALmeGboOa— Jesús Sánchez (@chuysanchez_) November 24, 2025
The receiver arrived via trade from the Steelers in exchange for future picks. His impact was immediate. He is currently second in the NFL in receiving yards with 1,054, and third in touchdowns with eight. His production puts him in position to demand a contract similar to or even bigger than CeeDee Lamb’s four-year, $136-million deal.
Jones avoided speculating about numbers, but he acknowledged that Pickens has exceeded expectations. Dallas made the move with financial flexibility in mind. The scenario points to an inevitable extension. Pickens is in his prime and the team wants him as an offensive pillar. According to all signals, there will be no drama.
The final question is whether Pickens will surpass Lamb’s contract. It is possible. The market moves quickly, and dominant receivers reset salary limits every season. Dallas looks ahead without fear of investing. Pickens is part of the long-term plan, and his extension is only a matter of time.
