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The stunning display of Pittsburgh Steelers‘ WR George Pickens was on full display against the Cincinnati Bengals. Even though previously, Pickens was criticized a lot for his efforts. It seems like Pickens has swiftly turned the tables with an early demonstration of his extraordinary talent in the match. So much so that Steelers legend Antonio Brown has come out in support.

This consistent display of Pickens throughout the game has earned him the respect of veterans, notably Antonio Brown. The 35-year-old’s online praise for George Pickens has ignited a flurry of discussions on various social media platforms. However, many fans seem to agree with Antonio Brown on this one.

Antonio Brown praised Pickens for his performance

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George Pickens of the Steelers turned heads with his extraordinary performance tonight. He racked up 195 receiving yards and two touchdowns. And all this, from just four receptions, naturally silenced any critics. George Pickens made a statement early in the game by transforming a 10-yard pass from quarterback Mason Rudolph into an 86-yard touchdown.

This exceptional performance garnered widespread attention. The former Pittsburgh Steeler, Antonio Brown, took to his X account to commend George Pickens. Brown’s post said, “After the Hate comes Movie Theaters.” It showcases the respect and recognition Pickens has earned. Brown also shared an image of Pickens featuring his amazing stats.

His play didn’t just end there, as it marked Rudolph’s first start since 2021. Later in the game, George Pickens added another long touchdown in the second half, further cementing his status as a key player. In the end of the match, the Steelers indeed won.

The Steelers won 34-11 against the Bengals

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The Steelers put an end to their three-game losing streak and snapped the Bengals’ three-game winning streak as well. The game saw the Steelers racing to an impressive 24-0 lead by halftime.

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Although the Bengals scored a touchdown early in the second half, Pittsburgh swiftly countered with George Pickens’ 2nd touchdown of the game. Not to mention, Mason Rudolph’s performance also stood out in the Steelers’ win.

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Mason amassed 290 passing yards and two touchdowns in the game. Now as the game has ended, it’s a new day for the Steelers after putting an end to their losing streak. What do you think of tonight’s game? Let us know below.

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