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What began as sideline outbursts and passive-aggressive Instagram stories has now fully boiled over. George Pickens‘ time with the Pittsburgh Steelers ended not with a warm farewell, but with trade papers and a parting shot. Now a member of the Dallas Cowboys, Pickens is already making headlines, this time not for his on-field talent, but for what he left behind.
The Steelers shipped Pickens to Dallas along with a 2027 sixth-round pick in exchange for third- and fifth-round selections in 2026 and 2027. But according to insiders like Mark Kaboly, the real story played out behind closed doors. Veteran players in the Steelers locker room had reportedly grown tired of Pickens‘ antics, describing the internal situation as “ugly.” Head coach Mike Tomlin had also commented on the young receiver’s need to mature, a subtle, but telling sign that the end was near.
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The social media spiral continues
Following the trade, Pickens wasted no time adding fuel to the fire. In a now-deleted Instagram post, he appeared to take aim at his former franchise, writing, “They the cheapest organization… they gone let them n**s go too soon as it’s time lmaoo .” While he didn’t name the Steelers directly, his three-year stint in Pittsburgh made the target of his criticism obvious.
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Just like in past incidents, Pickens attempted damage control. “Literally on a plane. No service… just landed and seen straight lies from Pitt fans,” he later posted. He then offered a more polished take, thanking the Steel City for his time there. But for many, the pattern is familiar: cryptic post, viral backlash, followed by a rushed cleanup.
What’s next for Pickens in Dallas?
Now entering the final year of his rookie contract, Pickens faces a fresh start in Dallas, but with baggage in tow. The Cowboys are betting on his upside, but also inheriting the risk. The question isn’t just whether Pickens can perform, but whether he can avoid letting social media drama overshadow his career again.
For Pittsburgh, the message is clear: talent alone isn’t enough when the locker room chemistry starts to fracture. And for Pickens, this chapter might be closed, but the story is far from over.
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