Quarterback Dak Prescott is optimistic about his chemistry with George Pickens after the Dallas Cowboys acquired the wide receiver from the Pittsburgh Steelers in May. Prescott emphasized that the transition should be smooth, drawing from his previous success integrating receivers like Amari Cooper and Brandin Cooks into the Cowboys’ offense.
Prescott highlighted Pickens’ ability to consistently create separation from defenders and make catches even when closely covered, indicating confidence in their on-field rapport developing quickly this season.
You turn on that guy’s tape, he’s getting separation,
Prescott said, via The Athletic’s Jon Machota.
He’s got separation even when he’s not getting the ball at times. And when he doesn’t have separation, he’s still making the catches.
It’s not going to be hard. For me, it’s about getting the ball near that guy, and he will be George Pickens. Go turn on the tape. He’s great at doing it.
Prescott Addresses Questions Around Pickens’ Character
Prescott also addressed concerns about Pickens’ off-field reputation after spending time with the 24-year-old. He praised Pickens’ dedication to football and his enthusiasm for joining the Cowboys, dismissing any negative notions previously associated with him.
That knowledge, that involvement, it shows you a guy that loves football and that, to me, delegates a lot of the things you heard in the past about him,
Prescott said, according to Cowboys.com’s Patrik Walker.
Great dude, loves his teammates and is excited as hell for this season. I know he is, and I know he’s happy to be in a fresh new spot and excited for what he’s going to do for us.
Potential Impact of Pickens on Cowboys’ Receiving Corps
Pickens arrives to bolster the Cowboys’ wide receiver group, which beyond CeeDee Lamb, has not produced a player with 700 receiving yards in a season since 2020. With 2,841 receiving yards over three seasons, Pickens offers a proven target for Prescott to distribute the ball to.
To be the guy that gets them the ball, it’s exciting as hell,
Prescott remarked on the opportunity to connect more often with Pickens.
Prescott’s Health and Preparations for the Season
Prescott is recovering from surgery on a partially torn hamstring and reports that he feels “healthy as can be.” He expects to participate fully in training camp and have a full preseason to develop timing with Pickens and the rest of the offense ahead of the upcoming season.