# George Pickens' Cowboys Future: Tag & Trade or Free Agency?

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Podcast: [Dallas Cowboys News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/dallas-cowboys-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7433781)
Published: 2026-05-10T19:15:34+00:00
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## Resource

George Pickens is set for the 2026 NFL season with the Dallas Cowboys, but his future beyond this year is uncertain. The team may trade him before the deadline if their season flounders, as Super Bowl contenders might be interested. Fans and analysts debate the pros and cons of keeping Pickens on the franchise tag versus letting him hit free agency. The tag-and-trade route is seen as the best option, potentially yielding an extra first-round pick and setting the Cowboys up for success in the 2027 draft. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/f5b14e081ffcd8c8

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