Pickens is still on his rookie contract since being drafted in the second round of the 2022 NFL Draft by the Steelers. This four-year, $6.75 million deal ends after this season, as he is set to become an unrestricted free agent when the season ends.

With Dak Prescott playing like an MVP for the No. 1 offense in the NFL, the Dallas Cowboys probably could contend for the playoffs with just a mediocre defense.

Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott completes a 44-yard pass to wide receiver George Pickens against the Washington Commanders during Week 7 of the 2025 NFL season.

George Pickens, traded from Steelers, has excelled with the Cowboys: 525 yards, 6 touchdowns in six games. When the Dallas Cowboys traded with the Pittsburgh Steelers for wide receiver George Pickens, many questioned the move. The Steelers have a long history of trading star wide receivers, only for them to flame out with their new teams.

Diggs has been an integral part of the Cowboys, and his absence against the Commanders surprised many. Dallas coach Brian Schottenheimer has largely remained mum about the situation, which has only fueled speculation.

Dak Prescott has given Cowboys fans some relief after speaking out on his hand wrap following the win against the Commanders.