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Twitter reacts: George Pickens drafted by the Pittsburg Steelers

George Pickens’ pick keeps UGA Twitter buzzing

Georgia receiver George Pickens was selected with the No. 52 overall pick in the 2022 NFL draft by the Pittsburg Steelers.

Pickens is one of the most prolific receivers in Georgia history. An ACL tear in the spring of 2021 caused the Hoover, Ala., native to miss most of the national championship season.

Pickens did play in the postseason and helped Georgia to its first national title in 41 years.

Here’s how UGA Twitter is reacting:

Georgia WR George Pickens selected in second round of 2022 NFL draft

George Pickens is a Steeler!

Georgia receiver George Pickens was selected with the No. 52 overall pick in the 2022 NFL draft by the Pittsburg Steelers.

Pickens is one of the most prolific receivers in Georgia history. An ACL tear in the spring of 2021 caused the Hoover, Ala., native to miss most of the national championship season.

Pickens did play in the postseason and helped Georgia to its first national title in 41 years.

A great combine performance solidified Pickens as one of the top receivers in this year’s draft. The Steelers got some great value here in the second round.

Watch: Georgia WR George Pickens’ career summarized in one video

George Pickens will be missed…

Georgia receiver George Pickens is headed to the NFL draft and is set to become the next talented UGA pass catcher to terrorize defensive backs at the pro level.

Pickens’ career at Georgia was pure entertainment. From fighting a Yellowjacket to leaping deep-ball catches in big moments, Pickens was one of the most exciting Dawgs in recent memory.

This clip posted to Pickens’ Instagram really sums up his big career in Athens:

https://www.instagram.com/tv/CaTf6oJAKCH/?utm_medium=copy_link

The Hoover, Ala., native racked up 90 catches for 1,347 yards (15.0 avg.) with 15 touchdowns in just 24 games played.

Don’t forget Pickens freshman season, which surpassed A.J. Green with the most prolific freshman receiver season in UGA history.