The window to place the franchise tag arrived with no action from Dallas regarding Pickens, potentially avoiding a drama-filled offseason. There remains ample time for the tag to still be utilized later in the process.
Meanwhile, new defensive coordinator Christian Parker is set to be introduced to Dallas media on Tuesday, which could provide insights into the team's approach for free agency and the 2026 NFL Draft. Kicker Brandon Aubrey is also heading into restricted free agency, with a second-round tender potentially not enough to deter interested teams.