May 7May 7 Google “George Pickens bad plays”. There is lots of evidence this guy sucks ass and is a loser.
May 7May 7 Supposedly giving up a 3rd rounder and a pick swap with Pittsburgh. If Dak and Ceedee can keep his head in the game, this could work out well.
May 7May 7 22 minutes ago, mdmost said: Supposedly giving up a 3rd rounder and a pick swap with Pittsburgh. If Dak and Ceedee can keep his head in the game, this could work out well. Pickens is a fucking head case. I don’t like a 3 for him.
May 7May 7 32 minutes ago, Fastbreak said: Google “George Pickens bad plays”. There is lots of evidence this guy sucks ass and is a loser. He's the second best offensive skill player on the team behind Ceedee. That's how fucking awful the Cowboys skill talent is.
May 7May 7 Pickens is a top-quartile receiver when he is "on" and focused. When he is not, he's about as effective as I am at WR. He's a whiner and a head case most of the time. As noted, though, the Steelers had Wilson and Fields as QB. Dak is definitely superior to those guys. The Steelers QB room looks worse this year, so Pickens' bitching might have escalated. If Tomlin has lost patience with him, that should be a warning.
May 7May 7 #Cowboys get George Pickens and a 2027 6th rounder -- #Steelers get a 3rd rounder and 2027 5th rounder.
May 7May 7 For Steelers, thats addition by subtraction. For Cowboys, thats someone who will help them dominate dogshit opponents but then compound their issue of lazy route running.
May 7May 7 Pickens is awesome I can’t believe Pittsburgh didn’t want him anymore. They could’ve had DK on the other side with him too.
May 7May 7 26 minutes ago, Zeus said: Pickens is awesome I can’t believe Pittsburgh didn’t want him anymore. They could’ve had DK on the other side with him too. George Pickens's catch percentage was 61.3% in 2024 with the Steelers. He had 65 catches from 106 targets. His drop percentage was also 13.2%, the highest among receivers with 100+ targets.
May 7May 7 1 hour ago, BurntOrange&White said: He's the second best offensive skill player on the team behind Ceedee. That's how fucking awful the Cowboys skill talent is.
May 7May 7 1 hour ago, lilMAC25 said: Pickens is a fucking head case. I don’t like a 3 for him. Can’t wait for him to blow up that first time and then cause locker room issues lol
May 7May 7 How George Pickens performs and behaves with the Cowboys is going to tell us a whole bunch about whether Brian Schottenheimer was the right hire. Schottenheimer either gets Pickens in line and he forms the best WR duo in the league with CeeDee, or Schottenheimer fails to control him in the circus-like environment of the Dallas Cowboys and the trouble he causes far outweighs the production and headaches. It's going to be fascinating. Gotta give it up to Jerry for taking a big swing here.
May 7May 7 Of note is that Pickens is on the last year of his contract. Probably gonna cost in the neighborhood of $25 million to franchise tag him for 2026. I assume with a decent year that he'll be looking for something like Tee Higgins money for an extension (4 years, $115 million, $41 million guaranteed).
May 7May 7 30 minutes ago, Im_smarter_then_you said: George Pickens's catch percentage was 61.3% in 2024 with the Steelers. He had 65 catches from 106 targets. His drop percentage was also 13.2%, the highest among receivers with 100+ targets. In Pickens defense, his QBs have been… dogshit to put it kindly
May 7May 7 1 hour ago, lilMAC25 said: Pickens is a fucking head case. I don’t like a 3 for him. Of course, this trade is LIGHTYEARS better than the Mingo trade
May 7May 7 33 minutes ago, Minute Bull said: How George Pickens performs and behaves with the Cowboys is going to tell us a whole bunch about whether Brian Schottenheimer was the right hire. Schottenheimer either gets Pickens in line and he forms the best WR duo in the league with CeeDee, or Schottenheimer fails to control him in the circus-like environment of the Dallas Cowboys and the trouble he causes far outweighs the production and headaches. It's going to be fascinating. Gotta give it up to Jerry for taking a big swing here. Or it tell us what Tomlin lets players get away with...
May 7May 7 OK, the price wasn't terrible for the quality of player. He will make a big difference on offense, if he's not suspended or something. Great talent, total asshole. If it were a possible deep playoff season ahead I would like it a lot better. Or if the Cowboys had a top quality playmaking RB locked up for a few years, I would like it a lot better. Not sure I want him around long term unless he has a total transformation as a team guy and can tone down his anger and disruptive behavior. At least he's not accuse of sexual assault, drunkass hit and run or something...yet. Maybe not being in Pittsburgh will be good for him. I'm excited to see him make some plays, though.
May 7May 7 1 hour ago, tokamak said: Of note is that Pickens is on the last year of his contract. Probably gonna cost in the neighborhood of $25 million to franchise tag him for 2026. I assume with a decent year that he'll be looking for something like Tee Higgins money for an extension (4 years, $115 million, $41 million guaranteed). Forget the behavior issues. This is why it’s probably going to end up being a stupid trade. 1 hour ago, lilMAC25 said: Of course, this trade is LIGHTYEARS better than the Mingo trade Not so fast. Once you take into account the future contract or potential behavior issues it could end up being a terrible move.
May 7May 7 5 minutes ago, Dbeasy said: Forget the behavior issues. This is why it’s probably going to end up being a stupid trade. Not so fast. Once you take into account the future contract or potential behavior issues it could end up being a terrible move. Counterpoint: Other Steelers receivers who left the Steelers and have been good in the NFL is pretty high rate. Mike Tomlin has a tendency to let players get away with a lot.... Edited May 7May 7 by BurntOrange&White
May 7May 7 3 hours ago, BurntOrange&White said: Then you must not watch much football. Dude is good just has had absolute dog shit at QB for Pittsburgh This is true. As much as fans like to trash Dak, he's getting a huge qb upgrade throwing to him. And I don't mean Joe Milton. Cowboys still need a backup qb.
May 7May 7 Pickens has also been in pretty shitty WR rooms as well, not a lot on the opposite side to require much attention. Lots of come and go dudes that get some false expectations after a decent game or two, but turn out to be JAG receivers. Now he has Lamb, until he has his arm ripped off his shoulder. Cowboys need somebody he trusts in the locker room to get him to chill.
May 7May 7 I don’t seem to recall a ton of locker room drama considering some of the shadier characters we’ve had over the years. The circus usually comes from Jerry and his yes men. Im good with this trade. We need a damn RB now if Shotty has any chance of exceeding my expectations which are pretty damn low. Edited May 7May 7 by 'stache
May 7May 7 Pickens was on the fantasy football winners team. I remember him going off for a td or 2 each game he had ass QBs. Not saying dak not ass sometimes. But I’m intrigued.
May 7May 7 27 minutes ago, Dbeasy said: Forget the behavior issues. This is why it’s probably going to end up being a stupid trade. Not so fast. Once you take into account the future contract or potential behavior issues it could end up being a terrible move. I agree on the contract, but they gave up a 5th for a guy who was one of the worst WRs in the entire NFL in Mingo. Pickens has talent and has been a decent producer despite terrible QB play.
May 7May 7 2 hours ago, lilMAC25 said: In Pickens defense, his QBs have been… dogshit to put it kindly His games with Russ: 1 George Pickens 10/20/2024 PIT vs NYJ 5 9 111 22.2 1 0 0 0 2 George Pickens 10/28/2024 PIT vs NYG 4 5 74 18.5 0 0 0 0 3 George Pickens 11/10/2024 PIT @ WAS 5 7 91 18.2 1 4 1 4.0 0 4 George Pickens 11/17/2024 PIT vs BAL 8 12 89 11.1 0 0 0 0 5 George Pickens 11/21/2024 PIT @ CLE 4 7 48 12.0 0 0 0 0 6 George Pickens 12/1/2024 PIT @ CIN 3 6 74 24.7 1 0 0 0 7 George Pickens 12/25/2024 PIT vs KC 3 7 50 16.7 0 0 0
May 7May 7 Oldass Russ is borderline dogshit, not good deep, has gotten punchy in the pocket. That's pretty decent in that shitass offense. Hopefully, now stupidass blabber about getting back Amari Cooper is gone for good.
May 7May 7 And for Dak haters, he's used to catching shitty passes, so he's a perfect fit. Again, not totally thrilled with the trade, but worth a shot for a player that is a real talent and will make a lot of plays. Worth the roll of the dice for his issues.
May 7May 7 I'll say this, too, for some more upsdie. The Cowboys showed some patience here that is encouraging. They've been talking to the Steelers about this for a good while. This is one of those that they could have easily given a straight up 2 and maybe another pick for Pickens. They waited to see what the draft brought in, and when it didn't pan out that way they didn't rush to pay up to get the deal done quickly. We'll see how it works out, but if it flops, at this point the damage isn't that bad. Worse case is he'll get a huge deal and than start lollygagging after he got paid, or he'll get hurt. The Cowboys have time to fuck it up in true Jerryworld style.
May 7May 7 Class of 2019 Georgia Bulldog signee. https://247sports.com/player/george-pickens-46043191/high-school-195849/
May 7May 7 3 hours ago, TonyTexas said: #Cowboys get George Pickens and a 2027 6th rounder -- #Steelers get a 3rd rounder and 2027 5th rounder. Honestly glad it’s not two firsts. We fix the OL yet or are we going to have another season of no running game and asking Dak to generate everything while running for his life?
May 7May 7 In games where Pickens was the leading receiver, Pittsburgh was 7-2 last year. And they were 1-2 in games he missed. Pickens + 6 for 3rd + 5th is basically recuperating the 2nd they used for him in 2022. He would not be on Pittsburgh's roster after 2025, so he likely garners a compensatory pick best case at #100. This trade will get (1) him out of the locker room and (2) the Steelers a pick around 80.
May 7May 7 23 minutes ago, Pig Bellmont said: Honestly glad it’s not two firsts. We fix the OL yet or are we going to have another season of no running game and asking Dak to generate everything while running for his life? Interior looks better and deeper for sure. The tackles still seem like they suck, unless Smith moves to left tackle. Then only one of them probably sucks.
May 7May 7 I think Pickens has a ton of talent but, he's been a total jagoff. In his defense though, the PCs have been shit & the QB/OL play has not been extremely good. If the Cowboys can get him straight they have a damned good receiver.
May 7May 7 I loved Pickens in college. Sadly seems like another all world WR talent that is an all world idiot.
May 7May 7 1 hour ago, DougO said: OK, the price wasn't terrible for the quality of player. He will make a big difference on offense, if he's not suspended or something. Great talent, total asshole. If it were a possible deep playoff season ahead I would like it a lot better. Or if the Cowboys had a top quality playmaking RB locked up for a few years, I would like it a lot better. Not sure I want him around long term unless he has a total transformation as a team guy and can tone down his anger and disruptive behavior. At least he's not accuse of sexual assault, drunkass hit and run or something...yet. Maybe not being in Pittsburgh will be good for him. I'm excited to see him make some plays, though. maybe being the last year of his contract might be helpful. he can be a dickhead, cause trouble and affect his next contract or he can shape up and show the league he's ready for the next big deal. taking the glass half full look obviously...
May 7May 7 19 minutes ago, Pam Cummings said: I loved Pickens in college. Sadly seems like another all world WR talent that is an all world idiot. We call that a Jerry Jones special
May 7May 7 As much as the cowboys make me sick I like this pick up. Our offense skill players are the surly overweight assholes of nfl. At least now someone opposite cd will command some attention even if he has his moments you have to account for him. Dak for all his issues would shit all over the Steelers QB room
May 7May 7 3 hours ago, Pig Bellmont said: We call that a Jerry Jones special Right, either a punkass shithead,, or with major injury issues. VALUE!
May 7May 7 Pickens has WR#1 type talent. But his body language just sucks, and not sure about his work ethic. I hope it was just a case of he got his spirit broken with shitty QB play. At this point I’ll take whatever, and when it inevitably turns into a shit show circus at least it will be entertaining.
May 8May 8 I hope they aren't expecting CeeDee to mentor Pickens on behaving right on the field, because CeeDee is the first motherfucker to have terrible body language whenever there's adversity. Other than that, I have no problem with making this trade. Edited May 8May 8 by TornACL
May 8May 8 13 hours ago, TornACL said: I hope they aren't expecting CeeDee to mentor Pickens on behaving right on the field, because CeeDee is the first motherfucker to have terrible body language whenever there's adversity. Other than that, I have no problem with making this trade. Dallas already has a reputation of being a team of Pre-Madonna’s… Adding a(nother) mercurial assholish Pre-Madonna WR to the mix ain’t gonna change that rep Edited May 8May 8 by lilMAC25
May 8May 8 9 minutes ago, lilMAC25 said: Dallas already has a reputation of being a team of Pre-Madonna’s… Adding a(nother) mercurial assholish Pre-Madonna WR to the mix ain’t gonna change that rep So, like 1982 or so? Do you go by when she became incredibly popular or when she was grinding it out as a relative unknown?
May 8May 8 On 5/7/2025 at 6:42 AM, Fastbreak said: Google “George Pickens bad plays”. There is lots of evidence this guy sucks ass and is a loser. You can do that for basically every player. Including Lamb and Mahomes. On 5/7/2025 at 10:13 AM, Horn80 said: So once again, Jerry gets another player that will be problematic on the team. Yay Huh? They've basically spent most of the offseason getting boy scouts in here. On 5/7/2025 at 10:21 AM, Dbeasy said: Forget the behavior issues. This is why it’s probably going to end up being a stupid trade. Not so fast. Once you take into account the future contract or potential behavior issues it could end up being a terrible move. if he's horrible or bad here there won't be a contract. There WILL, however, be a pretty damned good Comp Pick coming, maybe even a 3rd rounder, which makes this trade basically a wash if he fucks himself out of Dallas. On 5/7/2025 at 10:31 AM, DougO said: Pickens has also been in pretty shitty WR rooms as well, not a lot on the opposite side to require much attention. Lots of come and go dudes that get some false expectations after a decent game or two, but turn out to be JAG receivers. Now he has Lamb, until he has his arm ripped off his shoulder. Cowboys need somebody he trusts in the locker room to get him to chill. Yeah and they spent all offseason getting "the right kind of guys". Adding a dawg and an asshole might actually be a good thing. On 5/7/2025 at 10:27 AM, DougO said: This is true. As much as fans like to trash Dak, he's getting a huge qb upgrade throwing to him. And I don't mean Joe Milton. Cowboys still need a backup qb. Be the best QB he's played with, and that even if you think Dak is Barely a Top 15-20 QB. On 5/7/2025 at 10:47 AM, 'stache said: I don’t seem to recall a ton of locker room drama considering some of the shadier characters we’ve had over the years. The circus usually comes from Jerry and his yes men. Im good with this trade. We need a damn RB now if Shotty has any chance of exceeding my expectations which are pretty damn low. Exactly. They drafted "Good guys" and signed "good guys" This is a shot at taking a very talented WR, who produced over 900+ yard every season with dog shit QB and a new OC every single year he's been there, and seeing if it works. Worst case, they get one year from him, he's great, and the open market overpays him to the point they get a 3rd round comp pick for him(so basically trade a 3rd for him and get one back) OR he sucks, they don't resign him, and they STILL get a 4th/5th Comp pick for taking a swing. In no way this is a bad trade unless he murder Lamb/Dak.
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