The legendary VR demands that Dallas keep George Pickens long-term

The Dallas Cowboys they have to make an important decision this offseason, and one of the franchise’s legendary figures isn’t holding back on his opinion. During a recent appearance on the “Up & Adams Show,” Hall of Fame wide receiver Torey Holt laid out exactly why Jerry Jones should keep George Pickens to Big D for the long haul, even if it comes from the side of tough love.

George Pickens, who was acquired by the Cowboys in a blockbuster trade with the Pittsburgh Steelers last May, just completed a monster campaign in 2025. He proved to be the perfect teammate for CeeDee Lamb, hauling in 93 receptions for a career-high 1,429 yards and nine touchdowns. His performance earned him Pro Bowl honors and second-team All-Pro honors, but according to Torey Holt, physical talent is only half the battle.

“George is incredibly talented, like a freak of nature, amazing,” Torey Holt told host Kay Adams. “The only thing I want George to get better at is his situational football. Lock in all the time, be aware of what’s going on. Grow up, in a way, that’s what I’m saying.”

Legendary VR Torrie Holt TALKED the Cowboys out of letting George Pickens out of the building 🤝@AllHands81 | @heikaiadams pic.twitter.com/hkfT0m3IiU

— Up & Adams (@UpAndAdamsShov) February 12, 2026

Torey Holt’s comments come at a crucial time. The Cowboys reportedly plan to use $28.8 million franchise tag on George Pickens to keep him from hitting the open market, but a long-term extension remains the ultimate goal. For Torey Holt, the fit in Dallas is too good to let go, provided Pickens can find that professional consistency.

“I think they should make him a cowboy, as opposed to CeeDee Lamb,” Torey Holt continued. “I think the Cowboys should do the right thing, and George should do the right thing, by growing up, showing a level of maturity, hanging in there.”

on the field “Pickens-Lamb” duo. was almost unstoppable in 2025. In a close 24-21 win over the Philadelphia Eagles in November, George Pickens was the star, catching nine passes for 146 yards and a touchdown. That kind of production has many analysts, including those at Pro Football Focus, considering him the top prize in the 2026 free agent class.