News - Jerry Jones’ AT&T Stadium Sun Trap Can’t Stop George Pickens’ Insane Hurdle on Catch-And-Run

When Jerry Jones traded for George Pickens, many quickly suggested the deal could hamper the Dallas Cowboys, given concerns about his character. Some even argued it was a win for the Pittsburgh Steelers, who received a 2026 third-round pick and a 2027 fifth-round pick. After 12 weeks, that trade seems to have tilted in America's Team's favor, as they finally have an alpha receiver to pair with CeeDee Lamb. In his past two games, the Georgia product tallied 250 receiving yards and two touchdowns. Those numbers boosted his reputation as one of the top receivers this season. When he and his teammates lined up to face the Kansas City Chiefs at home on Thursday, it was expected that he would continue his recent form, as Lamb had been dropping passes. Early in the 2nd quarter, with the Cowboys trailing the Chiefs by a score, Dak Prescott targeted George Pickens on a slant. The 6'3" receiver used his elusiveness to shake his defender. Usually that separation should have allowed him to catch the ball. The 24-year-old extended his arms to secure the pass, but his reaction was a touch late. The ball had already sailed past him when he tried to catch it. The video clip shows that the blinding sun was the culprit behind this miscue. Apparently, Jerry Jones chose not to draw the blinds at AT&T Stadium.