Steelers' Russell Wilson to make first start this season, says George Pickens
George Pickens seemingly spilled the beans about the Steelers' starting QB for Week 7 between Russell Wilson and Justin Fields.OCTOBER 18
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NFL Fans Erupt After George Pickens Accidentally Names Steelers Quarterback in Week 7 The Pittsburgh Steelers had a big quarterback battle this week.
OCTOBER 18 • KANSASCITY.COM
George Pickens Accidentally Reveals Steelers Starting Quarterback Pittsburgh has yet to officially announce if Russell Wilson or Justin Fields will start.
OCTOBER 18 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM
'Most Unselfish' George Pickens Reveals Take on Steelers QB Controversy Pittsburgh Steelers receiver George Pickens gave his take on the team’s current quarterback debate.
OCTOBER 17 • KANSASCITY.COM
George Pickens Calls Amon-Ra St. Brown 'Slot Merchant' George Pickens says certain situations are better for NFL wideouts.
OCTOBER 16 • SI.COM
Steelers' George Pickens rips criticism of his effort: 'I couldn't be too lazy' Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver George Pickens fired back on effort concerns that were thrown out last week.
OCTOBER 16 • PENNLIVE.COM
Pittsburgh Steelers fix huge George Pickens problem, but a new one arises The Pittsburgh Steelers fixed one George Pickens issue, but another is rising.
OCTOBER 14 • PENNLIVE.COM
Another modest showing Pickens recorded three receptions on eight targets for 53 yards in Sunday's 32-13 win over the Raiders.
Impact Pickens made headlines throughout the week due to perceived discontent over his role in the Pittsburgh offense, though opportunity wasn't an issue in Sunday's win. His eight targets were his second-highest mark of the season, though he did see some tough contested looks and also dropped a potential touchdown late in the game. Pickens has yet to find the end zone and has topped 100 yards only once in six chances, making him a fantasy disappointment through the first six games of the campaign.
OCTOBER 14 • ROTOWIRE
Another modest showing Pickens recorded three receptions on eight targets for 53 yards in Sunday's 32-13 win over the Raiders.
Impact Pickens made headlines throughout the week due to perceived discontent over his role in the Pittsburgh offense, though opportunity wasn't an issue in Sunday's win. His eight targets were his second-highest mark of the season, though he did see some tough contested looks and also dropped a potential touchdown late in the game. Pickens has yet to find the end zone and has topped 100 yards only once in six chances, making him a fantasy disappointment through the first six games of the campaign.
OCTOBER 14 • ROTOWIRE
Gerry Dulac: George Pickens brought an unneeded black eye to Steelers' brand George Pickens can boast he is always open all he wants. He can bounce his helmet off the sideline turf like a tennis ball as many times as...
OCTOBER 11 • POST-GAZETTE.COM
Steelers WR George Pickens claims ignorance of eye-black rule Steelers wide receiver George Pickens claimed ignorance of the NFL policy prohibiting display of personal messages without league approval a...
OCTOBER 10 • THESTATE.COM
Steelers WR George Pickens says he was unaware about NFL rules banning messages on eye black
Steelers WR George Pickens says he was unaware of the NFL rule prohibiting players from writing messages on their eye black.OCTOBER 10
Frustrated with reduced snaps? Pickens said Thursday that it was offensive coordinator Arthur Smith's decision to restrict his snaps during Sunday's 20-17 loss to Dallas, NFL.com's Nick Shook reports.
Impact Pickens still was consistently on the field for three-wide formations, but he took just one of 20 snaps (5 percent) in 12 personnel, after getting 79 percent of those snaps Weeks 1-4. Smith curiously used 162-pound Calvin Austin and 174-pound Scotty Miller as the 12 personnel wideouts alongside Van Jefferson, which suggests Pickens' lack of playing time may have been related to effort or fatigue avoidance rather than his actual ability as a blocker. Pickens ran half-hearted routes a few times during Sunday's loss, fueling speculation that the Steelers are displeased with his effort and body language. The team may have a point, but what they don't have is another legitimate receiving threat out wide. Pickens saw a team-high seven targets Sunday night even with the reduced playing time, and coach Mike Tomlin said after the game that he thought minimizing the wideout's reps might actually help his productivity. None of this is ideal for fantasy managers, but Pickens is still a clear favorite to lead his team in targets during Sunday's game in Las Vegas.
OCTOBER 10 • ROTOWIRE
George Pickens explains why low snap count is not his fault, points to Arthur Smith: 'Not on me' Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver George Pickens says that it is all up to Arthur Smith to get him more playing time.
OCTOBER 10 • PENNLIVE.COM
NFL reviewing George Pickens' explicit eye black after season-worst outing vs. Cowboys Cowboys CB Jourdan Lewis addressed an exchange with Pickens while speaking with reporters Wednesday.
OCTOBER 10 • DALLASNEWS.COM
Report: Steelers' George Pickens facing fine for eye black expletive Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver George Pickens is facing a potential fine for writing an expletive on his eye black, ESPN reported Wednesd...
OCTOBER 9 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM
George Pickens isn't talking, but Steelers teammates are trying to give him the benefit of the doubt Tight end Pat Freiermuth and others believe Pickens remains invested in the team.
OCTOBER 9 • POST-GAZETTE.COM
Steelers' Mike Tomlin Addresses George Pickens' Usage, Behavior vs. Cowboys Pittsburgh Steelers coach Mike Tomlin addressed receiver George Pickens’ usage and behavior against the Dallas Cowboys.
OCTOBER 9 • SACBEE.COM
Mike Tomlin doesn't think the Steelers have a George Pickens problem
Pittsburgh Steelers coach Mike Tomlin says the decision to reduce star wide receiver George Pickens' playing time is about load management a...OCTOBER 8
Gerry Dulac: Mike Tomlin, Steelers can't shake spotlight George Pickens brings As it always seems to do since he entered the league, the behavior of wide receiver George Pickens has become a hot-topic of conversation ag...
OCTOBER 8 • POST-GAZETTE.COM
Steelers WR George Pickens Under Fire After Video Shows Effort Against Cowboys Should the Steelers be concerned about George Pickens?
OCTOBER 7 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM
'George Pickens Weak!' Steelers Star Earns Cowboys' Criticism The Pittsburgh Steelers lost to the Dallas Cowboys, giving cornerback Jourdan Lewis the ammo to criticize receiver George Pickens.
OCTOBER 7 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM
Mike Tomlin Gave Strange Explanation for George Pickens's Low Snap Count vs. Cowboys The young receiver played only 60% of his team’s offensive snaps against Dallas.
OCTOBER 7 • KANSASCITY.COM
Jason Mackey: George Pickens' ongoing melodrama with Steelers is getting old George Pickens is incredibly talented, but the other stuff has grown tiresome. He and the Steelers need to straighten this out for good.
OCTOBER 7 • POST-GAZETTE.COM
Steelers Coach Justifies Controversial George Pickens Decision in Loss To Cowboys Mike Tomlin speaks up.
OCTOBER 7 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM
