The Dallas Cowboys may once again be without wide receiver George Pickens, who has been limited in practice on Wednesday and Thursday because of a persistent hamstring injury. Pickens missed last week’s 27–23 win after hopes that he would be able to play. Dallas now faces a tougher challenge in Week 10 against the NFL-best San Francisco 49ers.
If Pickens cannot play, quarterback Dak Prescott said Ryan Flournoy and other receivers are ready to step up. Jonathan Mingo could be among those called upon, while rookie Jordan Hudson is another option. Hudson was targeted on a deep pass in Week 9, but the throw fell incomplete.
“We put in the plays for him to play, and we’ve got guys that will be able to be ready to step up,” Prescott said. “Ryan Flournoy is showing with what he’s done, and the rest of the guys are itching to get an opportunity if that’s what it comes to.”
## Prescott and the Cowboys Face a Familiar Challenge
Prescott hopes Pickens will be available, especially given the Cowboys’ history against San Francisco. He has lost two playoff games to the 49ers, as well as his last two matchups against them. Dallas lost those most recent games by a combined 72–34, and Prescott threw five interceptions across them.
Still, Prescott said he does not want his personal history against San Francisco to become a burden for the team. He emphasized that the Cowboys are focused on securing a win, building momentum and earning back-to-back victories for the first time this season.
The 49ers enter the game with a 7–1 record, giving Dallas an opportunity to test itself against one of the league’s top teams. Kickoff at AT&T Stadium is scheduled for 4:25 p.m. ET on Sunday.
