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Steelers' patience paid off in George Pickens trade with Cowboys | Sporting News


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  • Pittsburgh displayed impressive patience in talks with Dallas for the 24-year-old star.

The Pittsburgh Steelers' patience in drafting George Pickens in the 2022 NFL Draft paid off, as he has emerged as a key player for the team. Initially, there were trade discussions with the Dallas Cowboys, who were interested in moving up to select Pickens. However, the Steelers decided to keep their pick and selected Pickens at No. 52 overall. Since then, Pickens has shown significant promise, finishing his rookie season with 52 receptions for 801 yards and four touchdowns. His performance has been crucial, especially with the team facing challenges at the wide receiver position due to injuries and suspensions. The decision to retain Pickens has been validated by his on-field contributions and potential for future growth.

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