George Pickens erupted for 168 yards and a touchdown on nine catches in the Cowboys' 30-27 loss to Carolina, a breakout showing while CeeDee Lamb sat out with a high ankle sprain. Prescott praised the chemistry forming between Pickens and the rest of Dallas' weapons, signaling a potential two-weapon aerial attack once Lamb returns. Dallas’ defense drew scrutiny, but the offense flashed enough firepower to keep fantasy managers hopeful as Lamb's return nears.

The winless scar of the defense aside, Dallas appears poised to surge offensively if Lamb can come back at full strength next week, with Pickens proving he can shoulder a larger workload in the interim. Jake Ferguson remains a reliable secondary option, adding to the Cowboys' upside in a more balanced, two-headed passing attack.