The team's decision not to tag Pickens on the first day of the window provides optimism that a contract extension could be reached, avoiding a potentially contentious offseason.
Meanwhile, the Cowboys will introduce new defensive coordinator Christian Parker to the media on Tuesday, which may offer insights into their approach for free agency and the 2026 NFL Draft. Kicker Brandon Aubrey is set to hit restricted free agency, with reports suggesting a second-round tender might not be enough to deter interested teams.