Cowboys Rumors: Insider HINTS At Adding Another LB, GOOD George Pickens News + Malik Hooker Future?

Dallas Cowboys rumors and news are buzzing with updates on George Pickens, Malik Hooker, and the linebacker position. Sign up for PrizePicks with code: HMA and get $50 in lineups instantly when you play your first $5+ lineup! https://link.prizepicks.com/LME0/CHAT. ESPN's Jeremy Fowler provided a new update on George Pickens' contract situation, including his work with Dak Prescott and the expectation that he won't hold out. Cowboys insider Jon Machota hinted at the team adding another inside linebacker before Cowboys training camp or the start of the season. Additionally, speculation continues regarding the potential cutting or trading of safety Malik Hooker, despite his recent pay cut and the financial implications. The Cowboys Report community needs you. Comment now: - Will George Pickens be at OTAs next week? Type ‘Y’ for Yes, ‘N’ for No - Will the Cowboys add another LB? Type ‘1’ for Yes, ‘0’ for No Don't just watch the Cowboys Report, *engage* with it! Give us a like if you're ready for game day! Don't miss out on more Cowboys Report videos too: - Cowboys Trade Rumors On Tyrel Dodson, Jordyn Brooks, James Conner & KaVontae Turpin | Mailbag - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r23gHVy_1iQ - Cowboys Making MAJOR CHANGES To Starting Lineup Before 2026 NFL Season! Dallas Cowboys Rumors & News - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D2tc13RLzXU - Cowboys Rumors: Sign Cam Jordan And Noah Brown? Trevon Diggs’ Future? Cobie Durant Not Giving Up #2? - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gp1-VKCwKRo George Pickens contract details and rumors: - ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler reported Pickens signed his $27 million franchise tag but has mostly stayed away from the building. - Fowler stated Pickens has worked with Dak Prescott off-site this offseason. - Pickens loves being a Cowboy and wants a long-term deal and a holdout is not expected at this point. - The Cowboys are hopeful they can work out a long-term deal with Pickens down the road. Liked the video? Send this Dallas Cowboys YouTube link to another Cowboys fan friend! Cowboys linebacker rumors from Jon Machota: - Cowboys insider Jon Machota believes the team will still add another inside linebacker. - Machota stated, 'I still maintain that inside linebacker spot to me, I just don't think it's done there yet.' - He suggested a move could happen 'before training camp or right before the season starts.' - The current Cowboys inside linebacker depth chart includes DeMarvion Overshown, Dee Winters and Jaishawn Barham Cowboys rumors about cutting or trading Malik Hooker continue, but the Cowboys' recent actions suggest otherwise. The Cowboys successfully negotiated a pay cut with Malik Hooker and his agent David Mulugehta this offseason, reducing his cap hit and total money. Cutting Hooker would only save the Cowboys $1.06 million in cap space and $1.50 million in cash, while incurring $5.50 million in dead money. The team's decision to pursue a pay cut rather than an outright release indicates a commitment to Hooker for the 2026 season, making a cut a head-scratcher unless his performance significantly declines. Malik Hooker contract breakdown: Hooker Contract Years: 1 Total money: $5.00 MM Max money: $8.00 MM Cap hit: $6.56 MM GTD money: $3.50 MM Dead money: $5.50 MM Cap savings: $1.06 MM Cash savings: $1.50 MM Dallas Cowboys coaching staff: Head Coach: Brian Schottenheimer Defensive Coordinator: Christian Parker Special Teams Coach: Nick Sorensen Offensive Coordinator: Klayton Adams George Pickens' attendance at OTAs next week is voluntary, and his absence would not constitute a holdout. It would have been unusual if Pickens opted into fines by missing mandatory events, but the current national narrative is positive. While the Cowboys would ideally prefer Pickens to be present at OTAs, the mandatory minicamp is the one to really watch. His signing of the franchise tag and the expectation of no holdout means he is committed to the team for the 2026 season, regardless of voluntary workout participation. More NFL news and rumors throughout the NFL offseason, along with the latest NBA rumors, can be found on Chat Sports social media pages - give us a follow today: - Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/chatsports - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chatsports Tom keeps you up-to-date with everything Dallas Cowboys on Twitter: https://x.com/whatgoingdowney #Cowboys #CowboysRumors #CowboysNews #CSDB #CSPP2026 #ad #CSCIN