"Anyone following the current saga of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (aka MCU) knows they have introduced the idea of "anchor beings," individuals whose existence is crucial to the stability of their home universe. In the Dallas Cowboys universe, George Pickens may be Dallas' "anchor being," whose potential future with the team could determine how the team approaches the trade deadline."
"If the front office wants to retain the 24-year-old receiver as a key part of their revamped offense, they may decide not to pursue a top-tier defender. Trading for Trey Hendrickson, Maxx Crosby or Jeffrey Simmons might require reworking a new contract to get the deal across the finish line, similarly to Micah Parsons, who wouldn't be traded unless the new team agreed to a historic contract extension."
George Pickens has exceeded expectations and proved he can be a dominant No. 1 wide receiver in the absence of CeeDee Lamb. The Cowboys could treat Pickens as an anchor whose likely future affects trade-deadline decisions. One path is to trade for a star defender now, reallocate cap funding next year, and accept that Pickens may leave in free agency. The alternative is to prioritize retaining the 24-year-old receiver and avoid pursuing top-tier defenders whose acquisitions would require contract reworkings. Trades for Trey Hendrickson, Maxx Crosby or Jeffrey Simmons would likely necessitate new contracts similar to Micah Parsons’ extension. Tight 2026 cap fits could push Dallas toward players on expiring deals.
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