George Pickens averages 7.6 yards per catch through two games

Dallas Cowboys receiver George Pickens is averaging 7.6 yards per catch through two games, down from 15.4 in 2025-26. ESPN reporter Todd Archer called the dip a “mirage,” noting that Cowboys coach Brian Schottenheimer still believes things with Pickens will be “fine.”

Pickens recorded 22 catches of at least 20 yards in 2025-26 and had two drops against the Giants in Week 1. The article says concern may be more warranted if the production dip continues for several more games.