George Pickens absent as Cowboys begin OTAs and notable trades unfold
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 2, 2026, 10:04 AM
Last updated Jun 2, 2026
On June 1, the Dallas Cowboys kicked off their organized team activities (OTAs), with franchise-tagged wide receiver George Pickens absent on the first day. The Cowboys also signed Romello Brinson, who faces intense competition to make the final roster. Meanwhile, the NFL saw several high-profile trades, including Myles Garrett moving from the Browns to the Rams and A.J. Brown traded from the Eagles to the Patriots. The Cowboys’ offseason strategy continues to be scrutinized, especially concerning their response to these trades. Media access to the OTAs begins on June 4, potentially shedding more light on the team's offseason plans and Pickens's situation.
- •George Pickens did not attend the first day of OTAs on June 1.
- •Cowboys signed Romello Brinson amid team activities.
- •Myles Garrett was traded to the Rams, impacting Dallas's plans.
- •A.J. Brown was traded to the Patriots, changing the Eagles' offense.
- •Media will have access to OTAs starting June 4.
- 5:01 PMYahoo Sports — George Pickens is not at OTAs, Cowboys expect him to be at mandatory minicamp
- 10:04 AMYahoo Sports — Cowboys Headlines: Did George Pickens show for OTAs? Dissecting the day's monster trades
"Cowboys wide receiver George Pickens didn't attend the early phases of the team's offseason workouts and he didn't change course for the team's first week of OTAs.
"Monday saw several marquee-name stars change teams around the NFL, while the Cowboys' George Pickens was nowhere to be found as OTAs got underway.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 4, 2026, 5:01 PMGeorge Pickens is not at OTAs, Cowboys expect him to be at mandatory minicamp
Cowboys wide receiver George Pickens didn't attend the early phases of the team's offseason workouts and he didn't change course for the team's first week of OTAs.
- Yahoo SportsJun 2, 2026, 10:04 AMCowboys Headlines: Did George Pickens show for OTAs? Dissecting the day's monster trades
Monday saw several marquee-name stars change teams around the NFL, while the Cowboys' George Pickens was nowhere to be found as OTAs got underway.
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