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Cowboys Stick to Plan with Pickens | Dallas Cowboys News
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Dallas Cowboys VP of Player Personnel Will McClay is shutting down speculation about George Pickens’ contract, insisting the team’s financial decisions are private and strategic—not subject to public opinion. Despite Pickens’ stellar 2023 season—93 catches, 1,429 yards, 9 TDs, Pro Bowl honors—the Cowboys are comfortable letting him play under the franchise tag for $27.3M this year. McClay emphasized that roster-building is a complex, long-term puzzle, and their priority is balancing talent with competitiveness—not chasing headlines. With Pickens expected at training camp without drama, the Cowboys are positioning him to prove his value and potentially earn a big deal later, while keeping the roster intact. The front office’s quiet confidence signals they’re focused on their vision, not the noise.
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