What happened: PFF posted that George Pickens "made the leap to superstar in 2025," framing last season as his breakout year. The praise drew mixed reactions, including a reply contending that his attitude — not his talent — is what could hold him back.

Why it matters: The retrospective lands at a pointed moment: Pickens is set to play 2026 on the franchise tag, and he was recently absent from Cowboys OTAs. The gap between his on-field ceiling and the offseason questions around him is now the storyline heading into the 2026 season.

What to watch: Watch whether Pickens rejoins Cowboys offseason work and carries his 2025 form into the upcoming 2026 campaign.