Andy BackstromContributing writerWed, April 29, 2026 at 9:52 PM UTC·1 min readDallas Cowboys wide receiver George Pickens has signed the franchise tag, according to multiple reports Wednesday.

After signing the tender, Pickens, who broke out in 2025 during his first season with the Cowboys, will be guaranteed $27.3 million this season, according to ESPN’s Todd Archer.

The signing of the tender guarantees Pickens $27.3 million for this season. It gives him injury protection as well. Yes, theoretically, it opens up the possibility of a trade, but Stephen Jones said the Cowboys have no intention of dealing him. https://t.co/GKNO79aa7R