Cowboys' front office shuts down rumors of George Pickens trade

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Cowboys' front office shuts down rumors of George Pickens trade

Cowboys' front office shuts down rumors of George Pickens trade

George Pickens might not end up having a long-term future in Dallas, but don't expect him to go anywhere this offseason.

Cowboys' front office shuts down rumors of George Pickens trade

George Pickens might not end up having a long-term future in Dallas, but don't expect him to go anywhere this offseason.

Dallas Cowboys fans, you can breathe a sigh of relief—George Pickens isn't going anywhere. Despite swirling rumors that the star wide receiver might be unhappy after signing the non-exclusive franchise tag in February, the Cowboys' front office has made one thing crystal clear: a trade is off the table.

Executive Vice President Stephen Jones put the speculation to rest on Tuesday with a blunt statement. "There's zero interest in a trade for George Pickens. Zero interest," he said, leaving no room for doubt. For teams hoping to snag an elite pass-catcher this offseason, that door is firmly shut.

The rumors gained traction as fans wondered if Pickens might follow a path similar to other franchise-tagged players who have skipped offseason activities. But Jones isn't losing sleep over that possibility. He confirmed the team expects Pickens to attend mandatory June minicamp, dismissing concerns about a holdout.

"Certainly, that's what we expect," Jones said. "Anytime a player signs a contract, the expectations are clear—when you sign up and you're under contract, you're expected to do what your teammates are doing." He even referenced Dak Prescott's 2020 situation, where the quarterback skipped voluntary workouts after being tagged, but noted that ultimately, things worked out.

For now, the Cowboys are focused on keeping their roster intact and building toward a strong season. Pickens remains a key piece of that puzzle, and with the front office's firm stance, fans can shift their attention from trade rumors to the upcoming season. Whether you're stocking up on Cowboys gear or just keeping tabs on the latest NFL moves, one thing is certain: Pickens is staying in Dallas.

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