Speculation ahead of the NFL trade deadline suggested that teams might try to acquire Cowboys wide receiver George Pickens. The interest seemed plausible: Pickens is playing on a one-year franchise-tag contract and is approaching free agency, while Dallas entered the deadline with a 4–5 record. The Cowboys also had only four picks in the upcoming NFL draft, prompting speculation that they might trade Pickens to gain additional draft assets.
But Cowboys EVP and COO Stephen Jones said the team received no calls about Pickens. Jones said teams understood that Dallas remained committed to its roster and believed it could get back into contention, with plenty of the season still to play.
Pickens had 93 catches for 1,429 yards in 2025. His production has been lower this season: after missing Week 9, he had recorded 39 receptions for 533 yards.
## Cowboys Managing Several Injuries
Pickens’ availability for the Cowboys’ Week 10 matchup against the San Francisco 49ers was uncertain as he dealt with a hamstring issue. He came off the injured list Friday. Cornerback Joey Porter Jr. was also a question mark because of an ankle issue. Dallas was additionally monitoring injuries to DeMarvion Overshown and Donovan Ezeiruaku.
Coach Brian Schottenheimer said several players were dealing with bumps and other issues but noted that Pickens and Porter had moved well during practice. He added that Overshown was doing well and said the team would continue to assess the players’ status.
The Cowboys and 49ers are scheduled to kick off at 4:25 p.m. ET in Arlington.
