The Dallas Cowboys have officially secured wide receiver George Pickens' signature, but the conversation around the star pass-catcher is far from over. Could a trade be on the horizon? Or is a holdout still a possibility? While Pickens' situation simmers, linebacker DeMarvion Overshown is primed for a breakout season and could be the next Cowboy to earn a contract extension. Meanwhile, his new teammate Dee Winters reflected on a memorable visit to Dallas back in 2023 and shared how his role is evolving on this revamped defense.

Though Winters is part of the 2026 draft class, the true rookies are about to take center stage as minicamp approaches. All eyes will be on the drafted players, but a few undrafted free agents are already stealing headlines. Chief among them is Michael Trigg, the Baylor tight end who looks like the hidden gem of the post-draft signing period.

Around the NFL, the drama continues. The Patriots' Mike Vrabel saga remains an embarrassment, but quarterback Drake Maye has publicly backed his head coach. Replacement referees are poised to return for the first time since 2012 as negotiations with the league drag on. Defensive lineman Calais Campbell is heading back to Baltimore for a second stint, while the Steelers still can't figure out who will take snaps amid the ongoing Aaron Rodgers mystery. Former Steelers QB Ben Roethlisberger isn't thrilled about the addition of Drew Allar, either. The Giants, meanwhile, signed defensive tackle Shelby Harris but announced another surgery for wide receiver Darius Slayton.

Cowboys rookies are already arriving at The Star in Frisco ahead of minicamp, and the buzz is building. With Pickens on the franchise tag, the big question remains: what happens next? And could the team be eyeing an extension for another pending free agent?