Michael Irvin plans to advocate for George Pickens contract extension
Yahoo Sports • 2 min read • Latest: Sep 5, 2026, 7:34 PM
Last updated Sep 5, 2026

Dallas Cowboys wide receiver George Pickens is playing on a $27.3 million franchise tag this season after the organization declined to offer him a long-term contract extension. Michael Irvin, a three-time Super Bowl champion and former Cowboys player, intends to lobby team owner Jerry Jones to secure a multi-year deal for the wide receiver. Pickens recorded 1,429 receiving yards last season, earning his first All-Pro selection during his debut campaign with the team. Irvin publicly expressed support for Pickens following an interview at the Dallas Cowboys training camp. Pickens must now replicate his previous performance during the current season to strengthen his position for a future contract. Stephen Jones has previously commented on the long-term outlook for both Pickens and CeeDee Lamb.
- •George Pickens is playing this season under a $27.3 million franchise tag.
- •The wide receiver recorded 1,429 receiving yards and earned an All-Pro nod last season.
- •Michael Irvin intends to discuss a long-term contract for Pickens with Jerry Jones.
- •Pickens maintains a strong professional relationship with teammate CeeDee Lamb.
- 3:49 PMYahoo Sports — Cowboys news: Jerry Jones' George Pickens 'emphasis' sends clear signal amid contract questions
- 7:34 PMYahoo Sports — ‘As soon as I get in Jerry’s ear’ – Michael Irvin set to offer help in George Pickens’ long-term contract negotiation
"Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones appears to have George Pickens in the team’s long-term plans despite the star wide receiver entering the 2026 season on the franchise tag . As the Cowboys prepare to open their season against the New York Giants on Sunday night, Jones expressed excitement about what Pickens can provide this season and beyond while […] The post Cowboys news: Jerry Jones' George Pickens 'emphasis' sends clear signal amid contract questions appeared first on ClutchPoints.
"The Dallas Cowboys had a busy offseason, but their first priority was addressing the George Pickens contract situation. The wide receiver was looking for a long-term extension, but the franchise refused to offer him that, which eventually meant that he would sign a franchise tag worth $27.
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 8, 2026, 3:49 PMCowboys news: Jerry Jones' George Pickens 'emphasis' sends clear signal amid contract questions
Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones appears to have George Pickens in the team’s long-term plans despite the star wide receiver entering the 2026 season on the franchise tag . As the Cowboys prepare to open their season against the New York Giants on Sunday night, Jones expressed excitement about what Pickens can provide this season and beyond while […] The post Cowboys news: Jerry Jones' George Pickens 'emphasis' sends clear signal amid contract questions appeared first on ClutchPoints.
- Yahoo SportsSep 5, 2026, 7:34 PM‘As soon as I get in Jerry’s ear’ – Michael Irvin set to offer help in George Pickens’ long-term contract negotiation
The Dallas Cowboys had a busy offseason, but their first priority was addressing the George Pickens contract situation. The wide receiver was looking for a long-term extension, but the franchise refused to offer him that, which eventually meant that he would sign a franchise tag worth $27.
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