Dallas Cowboys Acquire Wide Receiver George Pickens From Pittsburgh Steelers

The Dallas Cowboys made a significant move by trading for 24-year-old wide receiver George Pickens from the Pittsburgh Steelers, aiming to bolster their offense led by Dak Prescott. Pickens, known for his explosive playmaking and ability to win contested catches, joins CeeDee Lamb to create one of the NFL's top wide receiver duos, a development praised by former Cowboys receiver Michael Irvin and analyst Robert Griffin III. Despite Pickens' inconsistent focus and disciplinary issues in Pittsburgh, the Cowboys are optimistic that new leadership and offensive coordinator Brian Schottenheimer's vertical scheme will maximize his potential. The trade also involved the Cowboys exchanging draft picks, acquiring Pickens and a 2026 sixth-round pick for a 2026 third-rounder and a 2027 fifth-rounder. This acquisition is part of a broader strategic shift by Dallas, including additions like cornerback Kaiir Elam and linebacker Kenneth Murray, signaling a decisive 'all in' approach by owner Jerry Jones. Griffin emphasized that this could be Dak Prescott's best chance to advance deep into the playoffs with an enhanced supporting cast.