# Pickens Proves Himself or Pays the Price

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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: 2026-06-21T13:31:25+00:00
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## Resource

George Pickens is staying put with the Dallas Cowboys for now, showing up for minicamp and ruling out holdouts — a solid sign for team cohesion. The Cowboys aren’t planning a trade or extension, but they’re closely watching whether his stellar 2025 performance was a fluke or the start of something sustainable. If he delivers consistent elite play and matures off the field, he could be in line for a massive payday — but with CeeDee Lamb locked up through 2028, Dallas may face tough financial decisions. The real test? Can Pickens prove he’s the real deal over the long haul — and will the Cowboys be willing to pay him? 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/181e83119bc8eb10

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