What Dallas Cowboys gave up in George Pickens trade

The Dallas Cowboys made a splash in a trade for Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver George Pickens, but what did they have to give up?

Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver George Pickens breaks a tackle by Dallas Cowboys cornerback Jourdan Lewis. / Barry Reeger-Imagn Images

The Dallas Cowboys were listening to calls about adding a WR2, and they decided to make a splash.

On Wednesday, Dallas traded for Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver George Pickens to finally give CeeDee Lamb a running mate.

It was a bold trade, but one that could pay big dividends to the Cowboys offense.

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But, what did the team give up?

Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver George Pickens scores a touchdown against the Cincinnati Bengals. / Sam Greene/The Enquirer / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images

Dallas gave up a third-round pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, along with a fifth-round selection in 2027.

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In return, the Cowboys received Pickens and a 2027 sixth-round pick.

Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver George Pickens makes a catch against the Baltimore Ravens. / Tommy Gilligan-Imagn Images

Last season, Pickens hauled in 59 catches for 900 yards and three touchdowns. Throughout his time in Pittsburgh, Pickens recorded 174 catches for 2,841 yards and 12 touchdowns.

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Pickens was a second-round pick out of the University of Georgia, where he won the 2021 national championship.

In Dallas, Pickens brings a competitive pass catcher with great ball skills who can stretch the field opposite Lamb and create a real problem for opposing defenses. Get your popcorn ready.

Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver George Pickens reacts after a first down against the Kansas City Chiefs. / Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

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