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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.
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