Steelers' George Pickens Practices Fully, Could Return for Chiefs Game
The wide receiver's potential return from a hamstring injury may boost Pittsburgh's offense as they fight for the AFC North lead.
- George Pickens participated fully in practice on Monday, raising hopes for his availability against the Kansas City Chiefs on Wednesday.
- The Steelers have struggled offensively during Pickens' three-game absence, going 1-2 and losing their division lead to Baltimore temporarily.
- Pickens, who has averaged 70.8 receiving yards per game this season, stated that his return depends on medical and coaching staff decisions.
- Safety DeShon Elliott and defensive tackle Larry Ogunjobi also practiced fully and may return, while cornerback Joey Porter Jr. and WR Ben Skowronek are likely to miss the game.
- Pittsburgh, tied with Baltimore at 10-5 but holding the tiebreaker, faces a critical matchup as they aim to secure the AFC North title.