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George Pickens Joins Dallas Cowboys After Trade From Steelers

The Steelers cited off-field concerns and financial priorities in trading the talented but volatile receiver for draft picks.

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Overview

  • The Pittsburgh Steelers traded George Pickens to the Dallas Cowboys for a 2026 third-round pick and a 2027 Day 3 pick swap.
  • Off-field issues, including repeated tardiness and fines, as well as locker room tensions, influenced Pittsburgh's decision to move on from Pickens.
  • The Steelers prioritized extending DK Metcalf with a five-year, $150 million contract, signaling a shift in their investment strategy at wide receiver.
  • Pickens denied posting a viral Instagram comment calling the Steelers 'the cheapest organization,' attributing it to AI or hacking.
  • Cowboys COO Stephen Jones compared Pickens to Dez Bryant, emphasizing his competitive edge and potential to develop into a top receiver alongside CeeDee Lamb.