Category: George Pickens

George Pickens does his best Marshawn Lynch impression while speaking with reporters

George Pickens delivers a Marshawn Lynch-inspired response to media questions amid recent criticism, opting to avoid addressing the media.

With recent criticism over his antics, issues with reporters, and his overall on the field character in question, it’s no wonder why George Pickens doesn’t want to make himself available when speaking to the media.

However, Pickens offered up an amazing and hilarious statement to kick off Friday’s media availability,  borrowing from the infamous one liner made famous by legendary RB Marshawn Lynch: “I’m just here so I won’t get fined.”

Pickens was criticized following the loss to the Cleveland Browns, when he blamed the weather for the loss rather than Pittsburgh’s own shortcomings.  Perhaps his subtle vow for silence is what’s best to keep distractions out of the locker room.

Pickens will need to keep his mind laser focused on the AFC North divisional matchup against the Cincinnati Bengals, as the game is bound to be shootout in Week 13, on December 1st, at 1:00 PM EST.

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George Pickens goes full Marshawn Lynch with media on Friday

George Pickens says he’s only talking to the media so he doesn’t get fined.

The fact there is now even more drama surrounding a Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver should come as no surprise. The Steelers have had their share of malcontents at the position over the years from guys like Antonio Brown and Chase Claypool and now you can add George Pickens to the list.

Pickens has had his share of on and off-field issues during his tenure in Pittsburgh and his latest go-round has him going full Marshawn Lynch when he spoke to the media on Friday. Pickens was asked about the comments from Cleveland Browns cornerback Greg Newsome calling Pickens a fake tough guy after their scrum on Thursday night after practice on Friday night and he went full Marshawn Lynch with his reply.

 

I know fans will find this funny because many consider Lynch such a likable guy but there’s nothing good about this for a team battling for a conference crown.

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Russell Wilson defends George Pickens’ Week 12 Hail Mary participation

Steelers QB Russell Wilson defended George Pickens after Week 12, crediting the Browns’ defense instead of placing fault on his teammate.

While there may be a fine line between practice squad players and starters, there appears to be an enormous gap in the opinions of the former and current quarterbacks for the Pittsburgh Steelers.

Steelers QB Russell Wilson appears to hold a completely opposite stance to that of former legendary Steelers QB Ben Roethlisberger regarding WR George Pickens’ less-than-ideal participation on Week 12’s Hail Mary play, which led to Pittsburgh’s third loss of the season.

While Roethlisberger pulled no punches on his podcast, stating that Pickens drove him “bonkers” during the game, Wilson defended his teammate and number one WR during Wednesday’s media availability. As shown by ESPN reporter Brooke Pryor on social media, Wilson credited the Cleveland Browns’ defense rather than placing any fault on Pickens:

This could be Wilson trying his best to keep his receiver in good spirits, but it is truly inspiring to see the quarterback display impressive qualities of leadership and poise after such a heartbreaking play and loss in Week 12.

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Cleveland photographer brings new life to George Pickens-Greg Newsome altercation

Cleveland.com’s photographer Joshua Gunter provided a close-up look at the altercation between George Pickens and Greg Newsome in Week 12.

For Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver George Pickens, when it rains, it pours. Much criticism and blame have been placed on the wide receiver—not only for his lack of effort on the final Hail Mary pass from QB Russell Wilson but also for a potential NFL investigation into his fight with Cleveland Browns CB Greg Newsome II.

Just as news surrounding the situation began to die down, an interesting and unique perspective from Cleveland.com sideline photographer Joshua Gunter surfaced, offering an up-close and personal look at the altercation.

While Gunter’s ability to continue taking photos after being caught in the skirmish is admirable, the truly remarkable takeaway is his close-up compilation of what took place between Pickens and Newsome:

The video appears to showcase Pickens’ innocence in the altercation’s aftermath, suggesting that Newsome was holding his helmet down while Pickens was trying to free himself. While Newsome claimed Pickens was a “fake tough guy,” it seems the only “fake” aspect of this altercation was Newsome’s complete blame of Pickens.

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Former Steelers QB offers harsh criticism of WR George Pickens

Ben Roethlisberger calls out George Pickens for his role in the Steelers’ failed Hail Mary, offering tough love on his podcast.

Former Steelers QB Ben Roethlisberger, along with much of Steelers Nation, was upset to witness one of the most poorly executed Hail Mary plays in NFL history.

During Big Ben’s podcast, Footbahlin with Ben Roethlisberger, the former Steelers QB’s mood immediately soured when discussing WR George Pickens and his role in the failed Hail Mary play: “George is fighting with a guy before the ball is even in the air.”

Big Ben continued by offering Pickens some tough love, stating, “I’d like to see George in that situation, get out of your head for a second, like try and make a play first. If you want to fight a dude and do all this at the end of the game, which seems to be like what he’s doing now, if you want to do that at the end when the play’s over, go for it.”

Pickens should take Big Ben’s words to heart, as his immature antics seem to be escalating with each week. Fans can only hope he redeems himself in time for Week 13’s contest against the Cincinnati Bengals.

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ESPN ponders whether Steelers have a George Pickens problem

ESPN’s Stephen A. Smith weighs in on George Pickens’ Week 12 postgame comments, sparking debate about whether the Steelers have a problem.

As many fans are well aware, Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver George Pickens’ antics both during and after the team’s Week 12 loss to the Cleveland Browns left much to be desired. Pickens has found himself embroiled in drama throughout the 2024 season, and it appears his recent Week 12 behavior, along with his postgame comments blaming the weather for the loss, was enough to draw the attention of ESPN.

On a recent episode of ESPN’s First Take, host Molly Qerim posed a question that has been on the minds of Steelers fans: “Do the Steelers have a George Pickens problem?” ESPN’s Stephen A. Smith responded, stating that while he didn’t believe Pickens was a problem for the organization, he felt Pickens was wrong to make excuses for his team’s Week 12 performance: “You’re a Pittsburgh Steeler. I’ve never heard a Pittsburgh Steeler in my life complain about inclement weather.”

Smith is correct in his assessment, and the Pittsburgh Steelers could do without one of their star players drawing attention to themselves for all the wrong reasons.

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Browns CB takes shots at George Pickens following post-game antics

Browns CB Greg Newsome II had choice words for George Pickens following their physical altercation in Week 12.

Fans of the Steel City, while upset that the Pittsburgh Steelers were ultimately defeated in Week 12’s Thursday Night Football matchup, were almost treated to a second contest following the game: a potentially major physical altercation between Steelers WR George Pickens and Browns CB Greg Newsome II.

Following the failed Hail Mary attempt that sealed the Pittsburgh Steelers’ defeat, Pickens showcased his best MMA impression, trying to take Newsome down. During the skirmish, Pickens was seen ripping at Newsome’s face mask and attempting to ram him into the stands before they were restrained by security.

After the Week 12 contest, Newsome spoke to reporters about Pickens: “Fake tough guy. Yeah, he does a lot of that. The antics and stuff. He didn’t even go up for the ball, he was just tryna do WrestleMania with me the whole time.” Newsome continued his commentary on social media.

Pickens is no stranger to these types of conflicts or immature outbursts, but fans have to wonder how much longer Head Coach Mike Tomlin will tolerate these less-than-ideal distractions.

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Steelers WR believes weather saved Cleveland Browns from Week 12 loss

George Pickens blames the snowy elements for the Steelers’ Week 12 loss but fires shots at the Browns after their AFC North showdown.

In what could only be described as a winter wonderland for Cleveland, and a frozen disaster for Pittsburgh, the Steelers’ Week 12 loss was nothing short of heartbreaking.

Where does one begin with such a gripping and saddening tale to explain what unfolded? Well, if you asked Steelers WR George Pickens what went wrong with the Steelers’ efforts, he would have a one-word response: nothing.

Pickens was asked how much the snowy elements impacted Pittsburgh’s chances of winning in Cleveland, and the wide receiver didn’t mince words. Not only did Pickens completely shift the blame for Week 12’s loss to the weather conditions, but he also decided to troll the Cleveland Browns organization as well.

Fans could clearly see the elements taking their toll throughout the Week 12 contest. Pickens and the Pittsburgh Steelers will have their opportunity for revenge, in hopefully better weather conditions, when the Cleveland Browns travel to the Steel City in Week 14. However, the Steelers will first need to get past the Cincinnati Bengals in Week 13, on December 1, at 1:00 PM EST.

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George Pickens’ heated outburst in Steelers vs. Browns clash sparks NFL disciplinary speculation

Pittsburgh Steelers WR George Pickens makes headlines again, not for his play, but for a fiery altercation during loss to the Browns.

Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver George Pickens found himself in the spotlight again, not for his performance, but for another heated altercation during the Steelers’ 24-19 loss to the Cleveland Browns.

The incident occurred during the game’s final play, a failed Hail Mary by Russell Wilson, which ended with Pickens and Browns cornerback Greg Newsome II tangled up in the end zone.

Newsome drove Pickens out of bounds as the pass fell incomplete while the receiver’s arm remained wrapped around the defender’s helmet. The situation escalated, with both players exchanging shoves and punches. Stadium staff and officials had to intervene, restraining Pickens as Newsome taunted him further. The heated exchange extended to Pickens’ interactions with Browns fans, adding to the tension.

Amazon Prime’s broadcast captured the aftermath, showing Pickens being held back and visibly frustrated. Despite the dramatic conclusion, no penalties were enforced since the incident occurred after the game ended. However, Pickens may face another fine from the NFL following his previous financial penalty in Week 10 for an unsportsmanlike facemask pull.

Pickens casually ripped the Browns post-game in the locker room, underscoring his frustration. This latest episode continues a pattern of emotional outbursts from the Steelers’ receiver, raising questions about his composure during high-stakes moments.

As the Steelers aim to stay competitive, managing Pickens’ fiery temperament will be crucial. For now, fans and analysts alike are bracing for potential disciplinary action from the league.

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Steelers WR George Pickens casually rips Browns after Week 12 loss

Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver George Pickens expressed frustration after losing to the Cleveland Browns on Thursday Night Football.

In a snowy Week 12 “Thursday Night Football” matchup, the Pittsburgh Steelers fell to the Cleveland Browns, 24-19, at Huntington Bank Field. The game was marked by heavy snowfall, creating challenging conditions for both teams.

Steelers wide receiver George Pickens expressed frustration post-game, stating:

I don’t really think the Cleveland Browns are a good team at all. I think the conditions kind of saved them today.

Pickens didn’t beat around the bush about how he feels about the Browns, even though they were clearly the better team.

Cleveland secured the win with a late 2-yard touchdown run by Nick Chubb, leaving just 57 seconds on the clock. This decisive play capped off a comeback after the Steelers had taken a 19-18 lead earlier in the fourth quarter.

Pittsburgh’s offense, led by quarterback Russell Wilson, struggled to adapt to the snowy conditions. Wilson completed 21 of 28 passes for 270 yards and a touchdown but could not engineer a successful drive in the game’s final moments.

Defensively, the Steelers faced challenges containing the Browns’ ground game. Myles Garrett’s impactful performance, including multiple sacks, kept Pittsburgh from getting into a rhythm.

The loss snapped the Steelers’ five-game winning streak and tightened the AFC North race, with the Baltimore Ravens closing in on the division lead.

Despite the setback, Pittsburgh remains a strong contender in the playoff picture.

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