Cowboys legend calls on Dallas to secure George Pickens long-term

This offseason, the Dallas Cowboys rolled the dice on a wide receiver with a questionable reputation. In need of help at the position, they sent a third-round pick to the Pittsburgh Steelers in exchange for George Pickens.

During his three seasons in Pittsburgh, Pickens displayed unreal athletic talent but was accused of being hard to deal with. His knack for personal fouls didn’t help his cause either.

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Despite the concerns, Dallas brought him in with open arms and Pickens has thrived. Through seven games, he has 36 receptions for 607 yards and a career high six touchdowns. He also seems to draw one pass interference call every weekend.

In addition to his work on the field, Pickens has been praised by the coaching staff for his work ethic and attitude. That’s why Dallas legend Dez Bryant says the team needs to sign him to an extension now.

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Dallas Cowboys wide receiver George Pickens reacts after catching a touchdown against the New York Jets. | Robert Deutsch-Imagn Images

As for Pickens, Bryant gave him a reason to sign while appearing on 105.3 The Fan.

"I'd tell George, 'I guarantee you, brother, it won't be like this nowhere else. You & CeeDee, you guys are dynamic. Stay together, grow together, go into the HOF together.'"

.@DezBryant pitches George Pickens on remaining with the #DallasCowboys long-term:

"I'd tell George, 'I guarantee you, brother, it won't be like this nowhere else. You & CeeDee, you guys are dynamic. Stay together, grow together, go into the HOF together.'" pic.twitter.com/NGC05rT8xS
— 105.3 The FAN (@1053thefan) October 20, 2025

Pickens had 82 yards on four receptions against Washington, but really stepped up when CeeDee Lamb missed three games with a high ankle sprain. He topped 100 yards twice without Lamb, including a 168-yard performance in Week 6.

Dallas freed up cap space in the Micah Parsons trade, making an extension possible. It wouldn’t be a bad idea to see if they can get something done now to keep Lamb and Pickens together for the long haul.

Dallas Cowboys WR George Pickens celebrates after a play as Washington DBs Quan Martin and Marshon Lattimore look on. | Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images

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