Cowboys coach hopeful wideout George Pickens will be available for Week 9 matchup against Colts
Dallas head coach Brian Schottenheimer said he is hopeful that George Pickens, who has been dealing with a hamstring strain, will play in the team's Week 9 game against Indianapolis.
Dallas Cowboys head coach Brian Schottenheimer told 105.3 The Fan that he is hopeful wide receiver George Pickens will be cleared to play in the Week 9 contest against the Indianapolis Colts. Pickens has participated in limited drills during the team's first two practices this week, which Schottenheimer said is a positive sign for his availability. The final injury report, expected on Friday, will confirm his status.
Owner Jerry Jones has publicly urged that Pickens receive more targets after the Cowboys' Week 8 loss to the Arizona Cardinals. Pickens, who is playing under the franchise tag, remains a key part of the offense despite a production dip from his 2025 breakout season. He currently ranks 14th in the league in targets and 12th in total air yards.
The Cowboys also listed several other players as inactive or questionable for the upcoming game, including wide receiver KaVontae Turpin (rib injury) and linebacker Dee Winters (Achilles). Tight end Luke Schoonmaker (groin) and defensive linemen Kenny Clark and Jonathan Bullard are among those marked as questionable.
Pickens' hamstring designation was added to his injury report after he played through a shoulder issue in previous weeks. While he has been limited in practice, the coaching staff hopes he can return to full participation before the Colts matchup.