Could the Dallas Cowboys trade wide receiver George Pickens over 2026 NFL Draft weekend?

According to ESPN NFL insider Adam Schefter, Dallas is "nowhere" with Pickens on a new contract after placing the franchise tag on him earlier in the offseason. Schefter also mentioned Dallas being fans of Arizona State wide receiver Jordyn Tyson, only adding fuel to speculation Pickens could be traded.

Now, the Cowboys would undoubtedly want a first-round draft pick for Pickens, who is fresh off a 1,429-yard, nine-touchdown season in Dallas. He's the best second wide receiver in the NFL and could undoubtedly start with some teams as a top wideout option. Could Dallas shed his massive 2026 cap hit and trade for his replacement this week?

"They’re nowhere with George Pickens right now. NOWHERE with George Pickens."@AdamSchefter provides an update on the Cowboys ahead of the NFL draft ✍️ pic.twitter.com/C4gQveBPK4

Pickens' new team would have to pay him a major contract sooner or later on top of giving up what we're assuming is a first rounder. It's a dicey situation with Pickens and Dallas.

He's slated to play there this season on the franchise tag, but those are always tenuous. It's seemingly possible he could be traded this week. We'll just have to see what Jerry Jones wants to do with the talented wideout's contract.

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