Leading up to the 2026 NFL Draft, there were questions about whether the Dallas Cowboys could trade George Pickens after he reportedly agreed to sign the franchise tag . However, the draft came and went, and no deal was done. Then, following the draft, Pickens officially inked his franchise tender , putting him in line to earn $27.3 million fully guaranteed this season. Pickens now appears to be set to play the upcoming season in Dallas on the tag, and the Cowboys have stood firm on their stance that they do not plan to trade him, but that doesn't mean that the trade market wasn't explored. According to reports, Pickens' agent, David Mulugheta , gauged the trade market for Pickens before and during the draft, but the breakout star receiver ultimately decided to sign his tag. Now that his $27.3 million for the 2026 campaign is locked in, many are expecting the situation to be case closed until next season.…