It is no secret that vast receiver George Pickens and the Pittsburgh Steelers had a rocky relationship. That relationship led to latest days, because the staff traded him to the Dallas Cowboys.
Extra data is coming to gentle concerning the relationship Pickens had with the Steelers. That information continues to be unfavorable.
“I acquired a way that it was somewhat bit extra uglier than you thought — behind closed doorways,” NFL insider and Pat McAfee present correspondent Mark Kaboly stated on 93.7 the Fan.
Kaboly thinks it could be for the very best that Pittsburgh minimize the wideout free.
“For those who’re listening to [Pickens’ antics] that persons are saying, think about the stuff that you simply’re not listening to. I feel there’s numerous stuff that we nonetheless do not know. In spite of everything this went by, saying ‘Oh geez, for those who would’ve identified this, [the trade] would have made a ton of sense.’”
Pickens was traded to the Cowboys for a 2026 third-round NFL Draft choose. Pittsburgh can be receiving a fifth spherical choice within the 2027 Draft. Together with Pickens, Dallas receives a 2026 NFL Draft choose from Pittsburgh.
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The story for the staff this offseason was whether or not Pickens would depart, after the franchise signed DK Metcalf. There have been conflicting stories about what would occur. Steelers followers now have their reply.
With out Pickens, the Steelers now have one much less weapon within the vast receiver room. Metcalf is clearly the primary choice at wideout, and the staff will want somebody reverse him. There are alternatives for the staff to take a look at as that individual, together with Roman Wilson.
The Steelers are additionally unclear on who would be the beginning quarterback. Pittsburgh did choose a play caller within the draft, with Will Howard within the sixth spherical. Howard joins Mason Rudolph and Skylar Thompson within the quarterback room. Analysts are uncertain if any of the three have what it takes to get the Steelers again to the playoffs.
Pittsburgh has additionally been lengthy related as a attainable vacation spot at no cost agent quarterback Aaron Rodgers. Rodgers is contemplating becoming a member of the staff for the 2025 season.
Time will inform how this all shakes out for the squad.