Pickens

Why Steelers trading George Pickens was perfect timing

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Steelers’ trade of George Pickens was perfectly timed The Pittsburgh Steelers sent George Pickens to the Dallas Cowboys, adding to the list of drafted wide receivers who did not receive a second contract from the team. The organization has struggled to retain wide receivers drafted since 2007, with only three out of 16 receiving extensions. … Read more

Cowboys were also looking at another receiver before George Pickens trade finalized

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Before finalizing the George Pickens trade, the Cowboys were also considering another receiver. The Dallas Cowboys pursued a trade for Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Rashod Bateman before acquiring Pittsburgh Steelers’ George Pickens. While talks with the Ravens did not progress, the Cowboys ultimately landed Pickens, who has a stronger track record of performance. The acquisition … Read more

Insider repeats Aaron Rodgers, Steelers theory after trade of George Pickens to Cowboys

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Insider reaffirms Aaron Rodgers-Steelers theory following George Pickens trade to Cowboys The Pittsburgh Steelers are rumored to be interested in acquiring receivers Allen Lazard and Romeo Doubs, who have past experience playing with free-agent quarterback Aaron Rodgers. Steelers insider Ray Fittipaldo suggested that the team may target a receiver with a history with Rodgers once … Read more