George Pickens comments on contract situation following Zay Flowers' extension
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 5, 2026, 2:58 AM
Last updated Aug 5, 2026
Dallas Cowboys wide receiver George Pickens addressed his contract situation after Baltimore Ravens receiver Zay Flowers signed a four-year, $140 million extension. As the preseason approaches, Pickens remains under a non-exclusive franchise tag. Despite a successful 2025 season with 1,429 receiving yards, he has yet to secure a long-term deal. In an interview, he expressed confidence in his value but denied any plans for a hold-in while returning to practice with teammates.
- •Zay Flowers received a four-year, $140 million extension from the Ravens.
- •George Pickens recorded 1,429 receiving yards and nine touchdowns in 2025.
- •Pickens remains on a non-exclusive franchise tag.
- •He expressed confidence in his market value during an interview.
- •Preseason preparations are underway for the Cowboys.
- 2:58 AMYahoo Sports — Cowboys’ George Pickens Puts Cards on the Table After Ravens WR Zay Flowers’ $140 Million Payday
"With the start of preseason right around the corner, teams are rushing to lock up their top dogs with hefty contract extensions. Within the span of 24 hours, both Bijan Robinson and Zay Flowers received massive extensions on their initial rookie-scale deals.
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