Pickens has had his share of difficult moments in Pittsburgh which have helped spur speculation about his future.

The Pittsburgh Steelers have a daunting 2025 offseason ahead. The quarterback, wide receiver, running back, defensive line and cornerback positions are all far from complete, which is not ideal given the current state of the AFC.

The Steelers are facing a new dilemma with bringing back Justin Fields. George Pickens is rumored to affect the plans.

However, NFL insider Mike Florio believes the team can not give him an extension this year due to the potential sunken cost value the team could have if they gave Pickens a massive contract.

Mike Florio of Pro Football Talk questions if the Pittsburgh Steelers should give George Pickens a new contract. He thinks

If the Jets decide to move on from Garrett Wilson, the Steelers should trade George Pickens for him while they still have leverage.

Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver George Pickens is tired of seeing all the trade rumors after the team’s loss to the Baltimore Ravens. On Instagram, Pickens shut down the rumors on a post that speculated he could be moved.

And in 2023, that was the case with the Pittsburgh Steelers and WR George Pickens. Then in 2024, that caught up to both of them, as Pickens only got worse in his behavior, and still received little repercussion.