Fans were stunned when the Dallas Cowboys pulled off an offseason trade with the Pittsburgh Steelers to bring wide receiver George Pickens in to pair with Ceedee Lamb. While people were expecting positive results, not many were expecting Pickens to outpace Lamb in yards and touchdowns.
However, through two quarters against the Detroit Lions on Thursday Night Football in Week 14, Pickens has been nowhere to be seen. Here’s a look at Pickens’ slow start.
What Happened to Dallas Cowboys WR George Pickens?
No, Pickens is not injured; in fact, he has played in all 12 games for the Cowboys in 2025. While Dallas was without Lamb for almost a month, Pickens stepped up to resume the role he had in Pittsburgh as WR1.
His contributions have been felt all season, but with Dallas heading into Ford Field riding a three-game win streak, Pickens has not been effectively incorporated into the offensive game plan. Through two quarters, quarterback Dak Prescott has targeted Pickens three times; he’s caught two for 15 yards, with one coming on the Cowboys’ opening drive.
George Pickens getting involved early
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