{
  "id": 19362094,
  "title": "Cowboys Should Dump Pickens For Raiders Second-Round Pick",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/10/cowboys-should-dump-pickens-for-raiders-second-round-pick",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-11-10T16:44:55.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/cowboys-dump-pickens-raiders-second-164455384.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Dallas Cowboys find themselves at a crossroads regarding George Pickens. CBS Sports' Jordan Dajani suggested a specific deal involving the Las Vegas Raiders and Dallas. In exchange for the All-Pro receiver, the Raiders would receive a second-round pick from Dallas. This trade would address Las Vegas' cap issues while providing Frisco with a crucial asset for the future. Pickens, currently playing under the franchise tag, is owed a substantial contract. Questions persist about Dallas' ability to pay him, with doubts surrounding his $35 million annual salary. Moreover, the recently added Joey Porter Jr. is expected to command a significant contract, as per a report. Will Dallas truly commit to paying Pickens that amount? Securing a second-round pick for a player who might not remain on the roster next year makes sense. The Raiders have a weak wide receiver group, with Tre Tucker leading at 474 yards. Pickens offers a genuine perimeter threat, having 533 receiving yards for the season. His deep threat and ability to stretch the field make him a valuable asset. Since Las Vegas does not pay a quarterback, they can offer him substantial money. At last year's performance, he finished third in the NFL for receiving yards. However, Pickens may demand compensation comparable to top-wide receiver salaries. Dallas owner Jerry Jones argued that Joey Porter Jr.'s signing last month from the Steelers was a trade deadline move. The team needs more defensive help but is thin on draft capital. Dan Graziano noted that Pickens, who missed Sunday's game due to injury, is the Cowboys' primary trade asset. Stephen Jones indicated that trade discussions are inactive. With only four picks in 2027, any trade executed by the team must be a blockbuster. Despite a 4-5 record and eight games remaining, the Cowboys must find a pass rusher or sell high on a pending free agent. They currently have just four picks in 2027.",
  "summary": "Dallas holds a massive asset in George Pickens. A trade to Las Vegas for a second-round pick makes sense given the franchise tag and salary cap issues.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}