Cowboys Stun Fans with Unexpected George Pickens Trade—What’s Next for the Star Receiver?

As the sun rose on an otherwise sleepy Wednesday, the NFL world jolted awake to a buzzworthy shakeup: George Pickens was officially on the move. With efficiency that left little room for suspense, the Dallas Cowboys confirmed their acquisition of the Steelers’ standout receiver—along with a 2027 sixth-round selection—in exchange for a 2026 third-round and 2027 fifth-round pick. Instantly, Pickens steps into the spotlight as Dallas’ new No. 2 receiver, while Pittsburgh is left scrambling to fill that void. I dove deep into every twist and nuance of this trade during Wednesday’s lengthy discussion on PFT Live, and you can bet I’ll be unpacking it further throughout the day. Exciting times—this one’s already reshaping both rosters in a big way. LEARN MORE

The first news of a looming deal landed early Wednesday. By 9:00 a.m. ET, it was announced by the Cowboys.Steelers receiver George Pickens and a 2027 sixth-round pick to the Cowboys, for a 2026 third-round pick and a 2027 fifth-round pick.We spent most of two hours on Wednesday’s PFT Live breaking down all the angles and wrinkles. We’ll be posting blurbs through the morning, and likely beyond, regarding the various issue relevant to this trade, for both teams.Pickers instantly becomes the No. 2 receiver in Dallas. The Steelers instantly become in search of one.It’s already done.