George Pickens contract negotiations: Emmitt Smith tells Cowboys WR to sign franchise tag for 2026

Back in February, the Dallas Cowboys placed the non-exclusive franchise tag on Pro Bowl wide receiver George Pickens. The two sides have until July 15 to work out a new contract, or Pickens must play the 2026 season on a one-year deal worth $27.298 million.

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