After a successful rookie minicamp that highlighted the impressive 2026 NFL Draft class for the Dallas Cowboys , the team took some time off. On Tuesday, they resumed team workouts at The Star, but there was one notable absence. George Pickens was among the players who were not in attendance , according to Nick Harris of the Fort Worth Star-Telegram . It marked the first team workout since the breakout star receiver signed his franchise tender , guaranteeing him $27. 3 million for the upcoming season. While some may be upset that Pickens is not getting an early start to offseason workouts with the team, there is no reason for concern. After all, the workouts are voluntary. The Cowboys' team workouts do generally include high attendance from veterans, including fellow wide receiver CeeDee Lamb , but Pickens is not obligated to report until the mandatory program begins on Tuesday, June 16 , for minicamp.…