Dallas Cowboys wide receiver George Pickens could be on the move before the NFL trade deadline on November 10, as the team's 3-5 start prompts speculation about trading the 25-year-old Pro Bowl receiver.
Trade deadline context
Pickens is playing on the franchise tag and is due for a lucrative multi-year contract. The Cowboys, who have invested draft capital in players like Joey Porter Jr. and Quinnen Williams, may seek additional draft assets for 2027. Pickens has 533 receiving yards this season, ranking 15th in the NFL, but has seen limited targets in recent games after offensive coordinator Brian Schottenheimer criticized his run-blocking effort.
Potential landing spots
San Francisco 49ers (6-1)
The 49ers have $34.98 million in cap space and a pressing need at wide receiver with Mike Evans and Deebo Samuel injured. Their aging core makes them a win-now team, and they are the NFC's top seed.
Kansas City Chiefs (5-2)
The Chiefs' offense has struggled in the fourth quarter, and Patrick Mahomes has lacked a true No. 1 wide receiver since Tyreek Hill's departure. Pickens' size and playmaking ability could revitalize Kansas City's passing attack.
Buffalo Bills (6-1)
Josh Allen has not had a consistent WR1 since Stefon Diggs was traded. Adding Pickens alongside DJ Moore could make Buffalo's offense even more formidable as they chase their first Super Bowl title.
Las Vegas Raiders (4-4)
The Raiders, led by Kirk Cousins, are one game out of a playoff spot. Pairing Pickens with tight end Brock Bowers would boost their offense and provide a long-term target for young quarterback Fernando Mendoza.
Minnesota Vikings (6-1)
Despite a 6-1 record, Minnesota's offense ranks sixth-lowest in scoring. Kyler Murray's passing attack averages the second-fewest passing yards per game. Pickens could complement Justin Jefferson and Jordan Addison.
