The Pittsburgh Steelers trading George Pickens hardly shocked NFL fans.
Despite his electric on-field talent, his behavioral issues and frequent distractions hampered team chemistry.
Multiple reports indicated he routinely arrived late to team functions, including games. With his rookie contract set to expire after 2025 and Pittsburgh showing no interest in a long-term commitment, trading him became a no-brainer.
Pickens now joins CeeDee Lamb in an already stacked Dallas Cowboys receiving corps.
Lamb recently expressed his honest thoughts about their partnership during Kyler Murray’s celebrity softball event.
“Oh no, we both ones,” Lamb said. “It ain’t no A or B, none of that. It’s one, you look over there you see one, you look over here you see another one. So, do what you gotta do with that.”
Wholesome: Cowboys WR CeeDee Lamb speaks on new team WR George Pickens:
“We’re both ones.” 🥹❤️
CeeDee and Pickens are already brothers. pic.twitter.com/mVoQwgmiGN
— Dov Kleiman (@NFL_DovKleiman) May 18, 2025
Lamb has established himself among the elite NFL receivers, while Pickens remains on the ascent.
His development has been hindered by inconsistent quarterback play with the Steelers, coupled with lingering questions about his maturity.
When the trade finalized between Pittsburgh and Dallas, speculation grew about how these two strong personalities would mesh in the Cowboys’ offense.
Lamb clearly brings the more decorated resume to the partnership. Encouragingly, their early interactions suggest mutual support, potentially indicating growth from Pickens and a healthy dynamic developing between the receivers.
The Steelers’ decision to send Pickens to the Dallas Cowboys early in the offseason sparked considerable backlash from fans in Pittsburgh.
After acquiring DK Metcalf before free agency began, Pickens became somewhat expendable in their offensive plans.
Since he remained on the roster through the 2025 Draft, many assumed he would stay in Pittsburgh.
That perception changed when the team secured a 2026 third-round pick and a late-round pick swap for 2027 in exchange for the talented but enigmatic receiver.
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