On April 13, 2025, the American football world was in turmoil when the Pittsburgh Steelers faced a divide between two star wide receivers: George Pickens and DK Metcalf, regarding the cooperation with veteran quarterback Aaron Rodgers. In the context of the Steelers actively searching for a QB for the 2025 NFL season, Pickens publicly expressed his admiration for Rodgers, in stark contrast to Metcalf’s reserved attitude.

George Pickens, in a recent interview, did not hesitate to share: “I’m not sure I could cooperate with anyone better than Aaron Rodgers. He’s a legend, a true leader.” This statement was made while Rodgers, 41 years old, was in the center of attention after leaving the New York Jets and becoming a target of the Steelers. Pickens, who has dreamed of playing with Rodgers since 2022, believes the combination can take the Steelers far in the playoffs, something the team has not done in the past eight seasons.

On the other hand, DK Metcalf, who recently joined the Steelers in a high-profile trade, has expressed doubts about the possibility of working with Rodgers. According to former QB Chase Daniel on FS1, both Metcalf and Pickens are strong-willed players, and Rodgers is known for publicly criticizing his teammates when they make mistakes. “If Rodgers comes in here and criticizes us, I’m not sure it’s going to work,” a source close to Metcalf revealed. This was reinforced by Mina Kimes’ comments on ESPN, saying that the combination of Rodgers, Metcalf and Pickens could create “a toxic mix” due to their incompatible playing styles.

The online community is also deeply divided. Some Steelers fans are rooting for Pickens, believing Rodgers can bring stability to the offense, while others are concerned about internal conflict. Coach Mike Tomlin now faces a difficult problem: how to reconcile the big egos in the squad? Can Rodgers become the perfect piece for the Steelers, or will the conflict cause the team to fall apart? Stay tuned for the latest updates!