George Pickens
Wide Receiver
Ht: 6' 3" Wt: 200 Age: 24 Exp: 0 years College: Georgia Drafted: 2022 R2 52
Avg FF PTS
11.09
Per Game
Cumulative FF PTS
166.4
Position Rank: 42nd
Projected FF PTS
N/A
Week 22
Upside / Downside
-12.8
Week 22
Posted: 5/05/2025 5:57 pm GMT
Pittsburgh Steelers WR George Pickens reportedly "flirted" with the idea of requesting a trade but has seemingly had a change of heart about remaining with the team, according to ESPN's Jeremy Fowler.
"Trade talks or any sort of buzz around that has cooled. There was a little bit of smoke out of the draft, but I was told that Pickens, in the end, wants to be in Pittsburgh. Sort of flirted with a trade request, but in the end, loves (head coach) Mike Tomlin, wants to be a part of things," Fowler said.
Huddle Up: It is unclear what prompted the change, but Pickens is set to enter the season as the clear No. 2 receiver in this offense behind DK Metcalf. While it likely means he won't always draw the seven or eight targets he saw on a regular basis last year, it should allow him to face the other team's top corner and/or safety help less often. With that said, Pickens will likely be a boom/bust WR3 for fantasy purposes this season.
Posted: 4/25/2025 6:30 pm GMT
Pittsburgh Steelers WR George Pickens has reportedly been the subject of multiple calls from teams interested in trading for him as the Steelers attempt to reclaim a second-round pick they lost as a result of trading for DK Metcalf, according to The Athletic's Dianna Russini.
Huddle Up: Pickens' availability via trade has been the subject of some debate since the Steelers traded for Metcalf last month and it makes sense why. Metcalf will be the alpha receiver in this offense and wins similarly to Pickens, who is entering the final year of his contract and is unlikely to re-sign. The Steelers could also use a second-round selection to address the quarterback position with Shedeur Sanders, Jalen Milroe and Tyler Shough still available.
Posted: 4/23/2025 8:57 pm GMT
Pittsburgh Steelers WR George Pickens is not being shopped by the Steelers but has received trade interest from multiple teams, according to sources.
Huddle Up: Pickens is entering the final year of his contract, so there is a chance he is traded over the next few days. He has posted at least 800 yards in each of his three seasons with the Steelers and likely will be a starter no matter where he plays in 2025. He can be at least a No. 3 receiver in fantasy leagues.
Posted: 4/22/2025 7:24 pm GMT
Pittsburgh Steelers WR George Pickens seems unlikely to be traded based on recent comments from general manager Omar Khan.
"We're glad we have George and DK (Metcalf) here. I think they're going to be exciting for everyone to watch," Khan told reporters on Tuesday, April 22.
Huddle Up: There is no question that Pickens and Metcalf make a very formidable duo, but they are both more vertical receivers attached to an offense that wants to run the ball and lacks a long-term answer at quarterback. Furthermore, Metcalf's huge contract suggests he will be the clear alpha in Pittsburgh and Pickens will play off him. Pickens could struggle to be an every-week fantasy WR3 this year as a result.
Posted: 3/04/2025 10:06 pm GMT
Pittsburgh Steelers WR George Pickens is not expected to be available via trade, according to sources, and the organization views any additions at the position as complementary to him. It is believed the Steelers will not add any wide receiver salaries without settling the quarterback position first, but addressing the position will be a top priority. Pittsburgh could pursue Denver Broncos WR Courtland Sutton via trade if contract talks with Denver break down, sources said. Last year, the Steelers showed interest in Jacksonville Jaguars WR Christian Kirk and WR Darius Slayton (Giants) at the trade deadline, and both could be in play again provided Kirk is released, in the opinion of PennLive's Nick Farabaugh.
Posted: 1/12/2025 3:35 am GMT
Pittsburgh Steelers QB Russell Wilson completed 20 of his 29 passes for 270 yards and two touchdowns in a 28-14 loss to the Baltimore Ravens in the AFC wild-card game Saturday, Jan. 11. RB Najee Harris rushed six times for 17 yards and caught three passes for 41 yards, and RB Jaylen Warren had two carries for six yards and four grabs for 19 yards. WR George Pickens caught five passes for 87 yards and a touchdown, WR Van Jefferson caught two passes for 37 yards and a score, and TE Pat Freiermuth finished with three receptions for 15 yards. LB Elandon Roberts logged a game-high 14 tackles, and DL Cameron Heyward had 10 stops, includling two tackles for loss.
Posted: 1/05/2025 3:49 am GMT
Pittsburgh Steelers WR George Pickens had one catch on six targets and didn't gain a yard in a 19-17 loss to the Cincinnati Bengals in Week 18.
Huddle Up: Pickens has four catches in two game since returning from injury, and the Pittsburgh offense desperately need Pickens and Russell Wilson to recapture their big-play connection. Pickens will be a high-risk, high-reward option in playoff contests.
Posted: 12/25/2024 9:29 pm GMT
Pittsburgh Steelers WR George Pickens caught three passes for 50 yards vs. the Kansas City Chiefs in Week 17 on Wednesday, Dec. 25. He was targeted seven times.
Huddle Up: The Steelers have locked themselves into a playoff spot, and it wouldn't be a surprise to see key players get rested in what could be an effectively meaningless game. More to come, but at least he has a decent enough matchup profile vs. Cincinnati should he go.
Posted: 12/24/2024 5:25 pm GMT
Pittsburgh Steelers WR George Pickens (hamstring) practiced in full all week and has been removed from the injury report for Week 17 against the Kansas City Chiefs.
Huddle Up: Pickens missed three games at the most critical time of the year for fantasy managers, but his return is a big boost for the Steelers and managers who were able to advance to their league championship games without him. Pittsburgh went 1-2 and averaged 19 points during his absence. Pickens could push for 10 or more targets and should be considered a strong WR2 option on Christmas Day.
Posted: 12/24/2024 5:16 pm GMT
Pittsburgh Steelers WR Ben Skowronek (hip) and CB Joey Porter Jr. (knee) did not practice on Tuesday, Dec. 24, and have been ruled out for Week 17 versus the Kansas City Chiefs. QB Justin Fields (abdominal) was limited in practice on Tuesday and is listed as questionable. WR George Pickens (hamstring), WR Mike Williams (rest), S DeShon Elliott (hamstring), CB Donte Jackson (back), LB Tyler Matakevich (knee), LB Elandon Roberts (rest), OG Isaac Seumalo (rest), LB T.J. Watt (rest), DT Cameron Heyward (rest) and DT Larry Ogunjobi (groin) practiced in full on Tuesday and no longer appear on the injury report.
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