What happened: Dallas Cowboys wide receiver George Pickens was absent from the team's voluntary organized team activities (OTAs). Pickens, whom the Cowboys acquired during the NFL Draft, has not yet participated in the team's offseason program.

Why it matters: The absence is indicative of an ongoing contract standoff between Pickens and the Dallas front office. He is currently slated to play the 2026 season on the franchise tag, but the two sides have yet to reach an agreement on a long-term extension.

What to watch: Dallas will monitor Pickens' attendance as they approach mandatory minicamp later this summer, hoping to reach a resolution.