Cowboys Land Steelers’ George Pickens in Blockbuster NFL Trade

In a bold move that’s got NFL fans buzzing, the Dallas Cowboys have snagged wide receiver George Pickens from the Pittsburgh Steelers in a trade finalized on Wednesday. The deal sees Dallas parting with a 2026 third-round pick and a 2027 fifth-round pick, while picking up a 2026 sixth-rounder in return.

This trade is a classic Jerry Jones gambit, with the Cowboys’ owner clearly aiming to spice up an offense that limped to a 7-10 record last season. With quarterback Dak Prescott recovering from a brutal injury, Pickens is a shiny new toy to share the load with star CeeDee Lamb. The Cowboys ranked a dismal 17th in yards and 21st in points in 2024, so this move screams urgency to turn things around under new head coach Brian Schottenheimer.

For Pickens, 2025 is make-or-break. He’s in the final year of his rookie deal, and if Dallas doesn’t lock him down, he’ll hit free agency. His 2024 stat line—59 catches, 900 yards, and three touchdowns in 14 games—shows promise, but his time in Pittsburgh wasn’t all smooth sailing. From sparring with fans to clashing with a Browns player and drawing head coach Mike Tomlin’s ire, Pickens has a knack for drama. After the Steelers’ playoff loss to the Ravens, he didn’t exactly radiate optimism about his future.

Still, there’s no denying his talent. At his best, Pickens is a game-changer with the speed and hands to stretch defenses thin. The Cowboys are betting he can harness that spark in Dallas, where the spotlight burns brighter than ever.