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No deal for George Pickens, WR will play on tag in 2026

The day before the NFL draft, Stephen Jones, during a press conference, dropped a bombshell on all the fans, and might end up costing the Dallas Cowboys wins this season.

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Dan Orlovsky claims George Pickens, Dallas Cowboys are ‘no doubt’ headed for divorce amid franchise tag decision

The Dallas Cowboys might feel confident about having George Pickens in the franchise for years to come, but not all feel that way. That is due to the move Dallas made on Wednesday afternoon, announcing that they would not be negotiating a long-term deal with Pickens this summer, forcing the wide receiver to play on the franchise tag in 2026.

Dallas Cowboys News / Football Analysis / April 23

Cowboys’ $28M Deal Makes Soccer Reject Brandon Aubrey Highest-Paid Kicker In NFL History

The Dallas Cowboys just handed a kicker $28 million over four years, with $20 million guaranteed. Brandon Aubrey, the guy Toronto FC drafted for soccer in 2017 and whose professional career there never materialized, now earns $7 million annually.

Dallas Cowboys News / Inside The Star / April 23

2026 NFL Draft Prospect Jordyn Tyson: Dallas Cowboys Trade Bait

I don’t know if you have noticed, but Jordyn Tyson is one of the fastest-rising prospects in the 2026 NFL Draft, and the more I think about it, the more I believe the Cowboys’ interest in him could be about more than just making the pick.

Fernando Mendoza News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'First round QB's since 2000' quiz

Since the year 2000, a total of 77 quarterbacks have been selected in the first round of the annual NFL Draft. How many of the 77 can you name in six minutes?

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Dallas Cowboys News / Yardbarker / April 23

Why Cowboys made risky George Pickens decision ahead of NFL Draft

Albert Breer of Sports Illustrated explained the Cowboys' handling of what could become a difficult situation for the organization.

Adam Schefter suggests Cowboys could draft possible George Pickens replacement

Cowboys' stunning George Pickens choice increases chances of trade

Cowboys could make NFL Draft trade that may not excite fans

Only one pick makes sense for the Cowboys

The 'NFL receiving yard leaders since 2022' quiz

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First-round NFL mock draft: Mendoza goes No.1, then who?

Teams are finalizing their Big Boards with much of NFL free agency in the rearview mirror. There's a look at the least first-round mock draft as of April 8, 2026.

Mel Kiper Jr., Todd McShay, Dane Brugler all link Ty Simpson with one team

Predraft visit fuels speculation regarding certain Cardinals move

Panthers may be hoping this offensive weapon falls to them in first round of NFL Draft

Jermod McCoy hit with massive injury red flag days before NFL Draft

Mel Kiper Jr., Dane Brugler share huge predictions about blockbuster Cowboys, Browns NFL Draft trade

Jerry Jones News / Athlon Sports / April 22

Jerry Jones Receives Unexpected Message on Wednesday

Jerry Jones and the Dallas Cowboys have not won a Super Bowl in more than 30 years. Dallas had arguably one of the greatest dynasties in NFL history during the 1990s.

Jerry Jones News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / April 22

Jerry Jones Says Cowboys Already Fielding Trade Calls for 2026 NFL Draft

Thanks to the Micah Parsons trade last year, the Dallas Cowboys enter the 2026 NFL draft with two picks in Round 1. Speculation has run rampant ahead of the draft, with many draft experts expecting the Cowboys to get aggressive and move up for someone such as Texas Tech EDGE David Bailey, or Ohio State’s Caleb Downs.

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2026 NFL Draft: Small-school prospects who will make a big impact

NFL prospects from major programs get most of the attention, but there are numerous examples of players drafted from small schools who have become difference-makers.

2026 NFL Draft: 25 prospects who are diamonds in the rough

2026 NFL Draft: 20 famous names who won't be drafted until the later rounds

NFL Draft: Fernando Mendoza’s big issue among latest intel

Penn State's Drew Allar sends message to teams ahead of NFL Draft

NFL GM makes prediction about Giants, Caleb Downs draft rumors

Jerry Jones News / NFL on ClutchPoints / April 22

The players who are 100% off-limits in NFL Draft discussions for the Cowboys

Owner Jerry Jones is doing exactly what you would expect from a man with two first-round picks and a flair for drama: he’s keeping all options open. Just

NFL News / Yardbarker / April 22

Jerry Jones' comment could spark more Jordyn Tyson-Cowboys rumors heading into 2026 NFL Draft

Conventional wisdom says the Dallas Cowboys should go defense in the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft, held Thursday in Pittsburgh. However, they haven't ruled out adding another offensive player.

Cowboys' stunning George Pickens choice increases chances of trade

Adam Schefter suggests Cowboys could draft possible George Pickens replacement

Cowboys could make NFL Draft trade that may not excite fans

First-round NFL mock draft: Mendoza goes No.1, then who?

The 'Last 1K-yard receiver by NFL team' quiz

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The 'Most 30-point NBA Playoff games' quiz

The 'Playoff debut scoring-record by team' quiz

The 'NBA minutes-per-game leaders' quiz

The 'Stanley Cup Playoff hat-tricks' quiz

Dallas Cowboys News / NFL on ClutchPoints / April 22

Jerry Jones’ Cowboys press conference interrupted by Bill Clinton cameo

The Dallas Cowboys are currently in the process of making their final preparations for the upcoming NFL Draft, which is slated to get underway on Thursday with the first round.

Dallas Cowboys News / Yardbarker / April 23

Cowboys' stunning Pickens choice increases chances of trade

Cowboys' stunning George Pickens choice increases chances of trade

The Cowboys were reportedly "nowhere" in contract negotiations with Pickens on Wednesday morning.

Cowboys could make NFL Draft trade that may not excite fans

Only one NFL Draft pick makes sense for the Cowboys

What teams could cause chaos in draft?

Todd Monken reveals eyebrow-raising Myles Garrett update amid trade rumors

How Joe Burrow impacted Bengals' decision to trade for Dexter Lawrence II

Dallas Cowboys News / Inside The Star / April 22

The Dallas Cowboys trading down is most likely result on Thursday

The 2025 Dallas Cowboys had one of the worst defenses in franchise history, and the 2026 NFL Draft has six blue-chip defensive prospects that could help fix that problem.

Dallas Cowboys News / A to Z Sports / April 22

5 shocking but totally realistic picks the Dallas Cowboys could make in the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft

The Dallas Cowboys’ NFL Draft is almost here. You know all about the most popular names but what about shocking options we could hear from them in the first round?

Dallas Cowboys News / Yardbarker / April 22

Schefter suggests Cowboys could draft possible Pickens replacement

Adam Schefter suggests Cowboys could draft possible George Pickens replacement

Ever since the Cowboys used the franchise tag for the 2026 season to retain Pickens, there has been no indication that the two sides are close to signing a multiyear contract extension.

Brandon Aubrey's record-breaking extension with Cowboys proves he's no ordinary kicker

Cowboys could make NFL Draft trade that may not excite fans

Only one pick makes sense for the Cowboys

First-round NFL mock draft: Mendoza goes No.1, then who?

The 'Last 1K-yard receiver by NFL team' quiz

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / April 22

Dallas Cowboys' Perfect NFL Draft Trade Scenario Plays Out In New 2026 Mock

The 2026 NFL Draft is just one day away, and the Dallas Cowboys have some major decisions ahead. With two first-round picks, Dallas could go in multiple directions, but the most smoke has been around a potential trade.

Brandon Aubrey News / NFL on ClutchPoints / April 21

Cowboys’ Brandon Aubrey addresses brutal reality despite historic contract

Dallas Cowboys kicker Brandon Aubrey just secured a massive bag, but he isn’t about to get comfortable. The former soccer standout turned NFL star recently inked a historic four-year, $28 million extension that keeps him in North Texas through the 2029 season.