The Steelers traded away Diontae Johnson without a real backup plan. Could they make the same mistake with George Pickens in 2025?

George Pickens hasn't yet developed into the game-changing playmaker the Pittsburgh Steelers hoped they were getting when they selected the wide receiver in the second round of the 2022 NFL Draft. Additionally,

Their 2024 season might be over, but the Pittsburgh Steelers continue to make headlines as they delve into the offseason. At the forefront of Steelers-related news (outside of the ongoing criticism of head coach Mike Tomlin) is the team's possible plans at quarterback and involving embattled wideout George Pickens.

George Pickens has made headlines for all the wrong reasons in 2024, but this time is different, as the Pittsburgh Steelers receiver has won an award for his performance against the Baltimore Ravens in the Wild-Card round of the playoffs.

Pittsburgh Steelers receiver George Pickens was reportedly late to the team's Christmas Day loss to the Kansas City Chiefs.

Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver George Pickens could be done with the team, following a new report about his behavior.

As a rule, the Pittsburgh Steelers negotiate contract extensions with their top players in the offseason heading into the final year of their contract. This is the position the Steelers find themselves in with wide receiver George Pickens but Pickens’ production and behavior have muddied the waters of his future with this team.

Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver George Pickens has been awarded for his play in the team’s wild-card loss to the Baltimore

Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver George Pickens sent a strong social media message after his second straight playoff exit.

The Athletic reported Tuesday that George Pickens was late to the Steelers’ Christmas Day game against the Chiefs, not arriving to Acrisure Stadium until after coach Mike Tomlin had submitted his inactive list.

Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver George Pickens was late for the team's 29-10 loss to the Kanas City Chiefs on Christmas Day, according to The

Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver George Pickens (14) runs with the ball after catching a pass for a touchdown during the second half of an NFL wild card playoff football game against the Baltimore Ravens, Saturday, Jan. 11, 2025, in Baltimore. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams) AP