Dallas Cowboys huge receiver George Pickens gave the impression to be going half-speed on many performs in a Week 14 loss to the Detroit Lions.
Some known as out Pickens, together with “Thursday Night time Soccer” analyst Richard Sherman, for his lack of effort within the 44-30 loss. The WR then clapped back on the former Seattle Seahawks cornerback in an expletive-filled Instagram submit.
On Monday, Cowboys head coach Brian Schottenheimer mentioned he and Pickens chatted after the loss to the Lions about his play and the reply to Sherman. He did not present particulars, however their dialog hasn’t left him with any issues.
What did George Pickens say to Brian Schottenheimer?
“We talked somewhat bit about it,” the coach told the media. “In his phrases, he goes, ‘Hey Schotty, I did not play my finest recreation.’ Sadly, none of us performed our greatest recreation. That is actual. However I do not fear about George and his love for soccer and taking part in the sport.”
Pickens — who completed with 37 receiving yards in opposition to Detroit, his second-lowest mark this season — hasn’t been too problematic for the Cowboys, however his repute precedes him. In three seasons with the Pittsburgh Steelers, he steadily arrived late to group conferences, elevating questions on his dedication. In flip, the AFC North squad traded him to Dallas in Might.
To his credit score, Pickens has appeared decided to enhance his picture all through the 2025 season. His stellar play has actually helped.
After 14 weeks, the 2022 second-round decide ranks seventh within the league in receptions (78) and third in receiving yards (1,179). He is additionally tied for fifth in landing catches (eight).
The Cowboys will want Pickens to rebound in a Week 15 house recreation in opposition to the Minnesota Vikings on NBC’s “Sunday Night time Soccer.” To make the playoffs, Dallas (6-6-1) doubtless must win out.
Plus, he must be focused extra in opposition to Minnesota if WR CeeDee Lamb (concussion) would not play. Schottenheimer mentioned Lamb’s “progressing properly,” however his standing stays unsure.
Pickens will proceed to play an necessary position for the Cowboys amid their late playoff push. The WR backsliding might value Dallas, however at the very least Schottenheimer appears assured that will not occur.
