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Jerry Jones Faces High Stakes in Pickens Contract Talks

12/10/2025

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Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones faces challenges in upcoming contract negotiations with wide receiver George Pickens, who has 78 catches for 1,179 yards and eight touchdowns this season.
Jones publicly praised Pickens after a trade with the Pittsburgh Steelers, a move that could raise contract demands as Pickens nears free agency.
Critics, including Mike Florio, warn that Jones's comments could produce a deal exceeding $40 million annually.

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Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones faces challenges in upcoming contract negotiations with wide receiver George Pickens, who has 78 catches for 1,179 yards and eight touchdowns this season.
Jones publicly praised Pickens after a trade with the Pittsburgh Steelers, a move that could raise contract demands as Pickens nears free agency.
Critics, including Mike Florio, warn that Jones's comments could produce a deal exceeding $40 million annually.