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Cowboys WR George Pickens Shares Update After Concerning Development
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George Pickens has become an NFL star with the Dallas Cowboys.

Pickens began his career with the Pittsburgh Steelers. While he certainly showed flashes of his incredible talent in Pittsburgh, Pickens has taken off in Dallas.

Playing on the opposite end of another star wide receiver, CeeDee Lamb, Pickens has helped lead one of the most explosive offenses in the NFL.

In Week 12, the Cowboys faced the Philadelphia Eagles. While Philly was seen as the favorite to come away with the victory, the Cowboys earned their stripes.

Dallas earned a 24-21 victory after completing a 21-0 comeback, having been in that defect for a large part of the game.

After the matchup, Pickens shares some insight on a potential injury.

Pickens slammed his left knee into the ground after a sidelined collision with Cooper DeJean.

While some fans and media members were monitoring a potential injury, it seems Pickens is just fine.

After the game, Pickens spoke on the precautionary measures he took, icing and wrapping the wounded area.

“Just a little contusion, like a bruise," Pickens said. "It’s not too bad."

In the matchup against the Philadelphia Eagles, George Pickens posted one touchdown on nine receptions and 146 yards. Pickens led the Cowboys receiving unit in all three categories.

Dallas Cowboys wide receiver George Pickens during an NFL game. Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images

Throughout his first season with the Dallas Cowboys, George Pickens has emerged as one of the most electric wide receivers in the NFL.

Pickens has posted seven touchdowns and 908 yards on 58 receptions.

This article first appeared on Athlon Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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