Particle.news

Download on the App Store

Steelers' George Pickens Criticizes Officiating in Playoff Loss to Bills

Pickens Accuses Referees of Favoring Bills, Extending Steelers' Playoff Win Drought

  • George Pickens, wide receiver for the Pittsburgh Steelers, criticized the officiating in the team's 31-17 Wild-Card loss to the Buffalo Bills, specifically a no-call on a fourth-down attempt in the last five minutes of the game.
  • Pickens accused the referees of favoring the Bills and claimed that the Steelers had to play against both the Bills and the referees.
  • Pickens' criticism mainly revolved around a no-call on a pass interference by Bills cornerback Dane Jackson, which Pickens believes should have been flagged.
  • Pickens, who had five catches for 50 yards in the game, has reportedly been fined over $200,000 this season by the NFL and the Steelers for his conduct.
  • The Steelers' playoff win drought now extends to seven seasons, with their last postseason win being in the 2017 AFC Divisional Round against the Kansas City Chiefs.
Hero image