George Pickens does not participate in team drills at minicamp

George Pickens attended his first offseason practice on June 16 but will not participate in team drills during the mandatory minicamp. Cowboys coach Brian Schottenheimer indicated that Pickens will take on a coaching role instead. Pickens, who signed a franchise tag of $27.3 million, had previously skipped the voluntary portion of the offseason program. Schottenheimer acknowledged Pickens' commitment to the team but mentioned the decision was made to prevent potential injuries since he missed earlier practices. The Cowboys aim to manage his workload as minicamp concludes with individual and mock practice activities.

• 6:34 PMYahoo Sports — George Pickens will be "coach Pickens" during minicamp with no team drills