Dallas Cowboys fourth-year defensive back Israel Mukuamu is welcoming all challengers this summer, especially recent trade acquisition George Pickens, who's set to be the No. 2 option in the passing game behind CeeDee Lamb.

George Pickens hasn't built the most favorable reputation for himself during his NFL career so far. He's has been involved in some controversial moments on the field, causing concern for his temperament during games.

The Dallas Cowboys acquiring George Pickens via trade in May has been widely regarded as a positive move for the franchise. Finally, Dak Prescott will have a WR2 that can consistently win by himself and gain separation.

The NFL has no shortage of elite wide receiver pairings, but two duos stand out in 2025: the Dallas Cowboys’ CeeDee Lamb and George Pickens and the Philadelphia Eagles’ A.J.

The former NFL QB gave another crisp reply to this fan. He tweeted that Pickens, like a true WR1, had more yards on fewer receptions. Benkert praised Smitty by calling him "really good," but also asked the fans to stop disrespecting Pickens only because the media thinks it's cool.

At Dallas Cowboys minicamp, amid the noise surrounding Ceedee Lamb's lucrative extension and the recent acquisition of George Pickens, another storyline quietly emerged as Deuce Va