Mike Tomlin and the Pittsburgh Steelers have made a blockbuster trade to send George Pickens to the Dallas Cowboys. After several weeks of rumors, the star wide receiver leaves the team in a highly controversial decision.
Before the move, the Steelers had one of the best wide receiver duos in the NFL with Pickens and DK Metcalf. In fact, general manager Omar Khan said multiple times that they felt thrilled to have that combination on the field.
Now, Pittsburgh’s hopes of winning the Super Bowl have taken a serious hit, because despite his controversial behavior, George Pickens was one of the best players on the roster. In addition, the big question is whether this will affect the arrival of Aaron Rodgers.
What did the Steelers trade for George Pickens?
The Steelers will receive a third-round pick in the 2026 Draft and a fifth-round pick in 2027 in return for George Pickens. The Cowboys get the player and a sixth-round pick in 2027.
What’s certain is that the Steelers will need to find a replacement for Pickens, as once again, they’re left without depth at the position. Even though they signed Robert Woods and have confidence in Calvin Austin III and Roman Wilson, it doesn’t seem enough to fill the gap left by a star who will now be a threat alongside Dak Prescott and CeeDee Lamb.