Cowboys Extend Star WR George Pickens with $28M Deal

Dallas owner Jerry Jones signs young receiver to multi-year contract extension.

Published on Feb. 7, 2026

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The Dallas Cowboys have signed wide receiver George Pickens to a multi-year contract extension worth $28 million, keeping the 24-year-old star player in Dallas. Pickens emerged as a key part of the Cowboys' offense last season, scoring 9 touchdowns in his debut year with the team after being traded from the Pittsburgh Steelers.

Why it matters

Retaining top offensive talent is critical for the Cowboys as they look to build on a strong 2025 season and compete for a Super Bowl. Pickens has quickly become one of the league's most dynamic young receivers, and locking him up long-term was a priority for the franchise.

The details

The 4-year, $28 million extension includes $18 million in guaranteed money, making Pickens one of the highest-paid young receivers in the NFL. The deal keeps him under contract with the Cowboys through the 2029 season. Pickens had a breakout 2025 campaign, catching 78 passes for 1,112 yards and 9 touchdowns after being acquired from Pittsburgh in a midseason trade.

  • Pickens was traded to the Cowboys in October 2025.
  • In the 2025 season, Pickens scored 9 touchdowns for the Cowboys.
  • The contract extension was signed on February 7, 2026.

The players

George Pickens

A 24-year-old wide receiver who was traded from the Pittsburgh Steelers to the Dallas Cowboys in 2025 and emerged as a star player, scoring 9 touchdowns in his debut season with the team.

Jerry Jones

The owner of the Dallas Cowboys who signed Pickens to a 4-year, $28 million contract extension to keep the young receiver in Dallas long-term.

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What they’re saying

“George has proven himself to be one of the most dynamic young receivers in the league, and we're thrilled to have him as a core part of our offense for years to come.”

— Jerry Jones, Owner, Dallas Cowboys (Dallas Morning News)

What’s next

The Cowboys will look to build on their strong 2025 season and make a deep playoff run in 2026 with Pickens as a key part of their offense.

The takeaway

Retaining top offensive talent is critical for the Cowboys as they aim to compete for a Super Bowl, and locking up young star receiver George Pickens on a long-term deal shows their commitment to building a championship-caliber team.