George Pickens will likely be playing on an expiring contract in the 2025 season. While there’s still plenty of time, the Pittsburgh Steelers have not yet discussed extending the contract he signed as the No. 52 pick in the 2022 NFL draft.
Speaking to Pittsburgh media in a 2024 season wrap press conference, Steelers owner Art Rooney II had this to say about their star receiver (via Bob Labriola of Steelers.com):
I still think George has enough talent that we’ve got to try to work and see if we can get him to fulfill the talent that he really has
Who knows if we can get there? We’ll see. But when you have guys who are as talented as some of the guys you’re probably thinking of, you try to work with them and have them help you be successful.
Historically, the Steelers get something done with players ahead of their final season. Rooney was hopeful they’d extend T.J. Watt, but it didn’t sound as promising with Pickens.
