George Pickens Shines in Cowboys’ Win Over Eagles, But Sunlight-and Social Media-Steal Some Spotlight
George Pickens had himself a day in the Cowboys’ 24-21 win over the Eagles, and he knows it. The wideout put up a strong performance in one of the season’s most heated divisional matchups, hauling in nine catches for 146 yards and a touchdown. It was the kind of bounce-back game that reminds you why Pickens is one of the more dynamic young receivers in the league.
But while his play on the field turned heads, it was a now-deleted post on X that stirred the pot off it. In a message that took aim at Eagles fans, Pickens appeared to throw some shade their way following the win. The post didn’t stay up long, but it added another layer to an already fiery rivalry between Dallas and Philly.
Pickens Delivers, Even With the Sun in His Eyes
On the field, Pickens was electric. He consistently found space against a tough Eagles secondary and gave quarterback Dak Prescott a reliable target throughout the game. His 146-yard performance marked one of his best outings of the season and came at a crucial time, with the NFC East race tightening.
But it wasn’t all smooth sailing. At one point during the game, Pickens struggled to track the ball due to sunlight pouring into AT&T Stadium-a familiar issue for players and fans alike.
“It definitely did,” Pickens said postgame, referring to the sun affecting his vision. “Some of the guys told me, too.
That was my first time having that. Just coming on the crossing route, the sun was beating in my eyes, so I couldn't see.
But made up for it.”
And make up for it he did. Pickens bounced back with big plays in key moments, showing the kind of short memory and resilience that coaches love to see in their playmakers.
The Curtain Call That Never Comes
The sun issue at AT&T Stadium isn’t new. The stadium's massive glass walls and open design allow natural light to pour in-sometimes at the worst possible angles for players on the field. Fans have long called for curtains or some kind of sun-shading solution, and Pickens echoed that sentiment after the game.
“Yeah, I mean, definitely. But that's up to Jerry,” he said, referencing Cowboys owner Jerry Jones.
“But definitely curtains would help. I really couldn't see the ball.
It was the sun. Like I said, I always bounce back.
Kind of like CeeDee bounced back from last week to this week. All you can do is just one foot forward, keep getting better.”
That last line says a lot about Pickens’ mindset. He’s not just focused on one play or one game-he’s looking at the bigger picture. And he’s clearly watching his teammates, too, giving a nod to CeeDee Lamb’s own recent rebound performance.
Looking Ahead
The Cowboys are riding high after their win over the Eagles, and they’ll need to keep that momentum rolling. Next up: a Thursday Night Football showdown with the Detroit Lions on December 4. It’s a matchup that could have serious playoff implications, and with Pickens hitting his stride, Dallas has another weapon clicking at the right time.
For now, the Cowboys are celebrating a gritty divisional win-and George Pickens is making sure his presence is felt, both on the field and, well, elsewhere.