Jerry Jones faces major George Pickens-style decision after Dallas Cowboys make huge midseason move

The Dallas Cowboys acquired cornerback Joey Porter Jr. from the Pittsburgh Steelers in exchange for a 2027 sixth-round pick and a 2028 second-round pick ahead of Week 4. The trade creates a future contract dilemma for team owner Jerry Jones, who will face decisions on both Porter and wide receiver George Pickens when the season concludes.

Dallas applied the franchise tag to Pickens for $27.2 million this summer, but NFL rules prevent teams from using more than one franchise tag per season. Both Porter and Pickens share the same agent, David Mulugheta of Athletes First, adding further complexity to potential long-term contract extensions.