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The Dallas Cowboys are standing firm on not offering wide receiver George Pickens a contract extension, opting to use the franchise tag in 2026. Pickens, who has expressed his intention to sign the tag, is seen as a nice addition but not a necessity. The Cowboys can still score around 27 points per game without him, and they should prioritize fixing their defense. Fans and analysts warn of potential risks if Pickens holds out for a trade, including distractions, hindered preparation, and disrupted offensive flow. Trading him late could leave the team scrambling with no solid replacements, as rookie Ryan Flournoy is unproven and the depth chart is not ready to step up. The standoff is heating up, with the Cowboys leverage diminishing as Pickens agent pushes against playing on the tag.

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