Why The Hell Did The Steelers Trade George Pickens For A 3rd Round Pick?! | Pat McAfee Show

The goal in Pittsburgh is to go 9-8 every year

They traded a player who doesn’t block on running plays, pain in ass , who they weren’t going to re sign.

"He's a dog on the field....when he wants to be." That's the antithesis of a "dog".

Has no one learned from the last 4 Steelers wide receivers that were traded for?

"If you could get him to love the game. If you can get him to love his team". Yeah that's a guy you want. You would think millions would be a good incentive.

for sure its a deal over attitude. not skillset.

They've been trying to deal him since before the draft... Russini mentioned that the Steelers were on the phone with everyone possible during the draft, and the only bite they got was a 4th from Dallas which they declined. Cowboys sweetened up the deal a little bit, and it appears like the Steelers felt that was okay. Might as well get something for him while they can. Is it bad timing, yes. Are they in the same general position they were after the Diontae Johnson trade, yes. It is what it is... - Steelers fan

If you’re looking for reasons, here are a few… 1) watch the all 22 and you will see how many times GP would quit on his routes or jog at half speed . 2) he was going to be a hold in this season for a second contract. 3) had to be held back by Friermuth from fighting with fans 4) too much drama, remember his eye paint “Always fk*n Open”, He is the result of a player being coddled his whole life and getting a pass on bad behavior because of his incredible talent. A head case the Steelers don’t need to tolerate.

This means he’s about to crash out like their last 4 number 1 receivers that got rid of

This aged well. GP is now the number ONE WR in the league.