What happened: Pickens participated in a limited capacity during Thursday's practice session while managing a hamstring injury. The wide receiver was inactive for Dallas's previous contest after seeing his target share drop over three straight appearances following a 35.1% rate in Week 5.
Why it matters: Dallas sits at 4-5 through nine games in 2026, holding the No. 10 seed in the NFC standings. The Cowboys rely heavily on Pickens to drive downfield production as the offense looks to build on a 27-23 victory over Indianapolis.
By the numbers: • 39 receptions, 533 receiving yards, 2 touchdowns: Pickens' production in 2026 through eight games. • 35.1%: • 4-5: Dallas Cowboys' record through nine games in 2026.
What to watch: Dallas will release its final injury designations on Friday to determine Pickens' availability for the upcoming weekend.