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Stephen Jones came right out and said 'There won't be negotiations on a long-term deal.' Despite some skepticism, he was true to his word and instead used the franchise tag to secure Pickens' services for the 2026 season. Now that the July 15 date has passed for the Cowboys to sign George Pickens to a long-term extension, No. 3 will make $27.3 million playing under the franchise tag this season.

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Pickens franchise tagged at $27.3M after Cowboys rejected long-term extension talks.

After a Pro Bowl season, Pickens was franchise tagged by the Cowboys for $27.3 million for the 2026 season after the July 15 extension deadline passed. Stephen Jones stated upfront 'There won't be negotiations on a long-term deal,' ending contract drama that had been a potential headline-grabbing storyline for Dallas this offseason.

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