Stephen A. Smith ‘Worried’ for Steelers After George Pickens’ Controversial Reaction to Russell Wilson Claim

Nothing is going right for the Steelers at the moment. The team that was supposed to wrap up the AFC North title weeks ago has relinquished that position to Baltimore. Things went from bad to worse after their home defeat to the Chiefs, where Russell Wilson’s early interception dealt them a knocking blow. Besides, Wilson’s head-scratching throw to his TE Pat Freiermuth, who was triple covered in the end zone. George Pickens’ failure to run proper route was pointed out by Steelers reporter Alan Saunders: “It seemed like you and Russ weren’t on the same page in that interception against the Chiefs. How does that happen, and what do you guys do to address it?”

Pickens, who was coming off a hamstring injury that led to him missing the Steelers’ last 3 games, didn’t like how the question was framed. “You said me and Russell wasn’t on the same page?” Pickens replied in a confusing tone. Then Saunders clarified, “Yeah, well, that’s what he said.” Pickens again asked, “That’s what he said? Or is that what you said?” Saunders again added, “That’s what he said.” This was probably the tipping point for Pickens, who replied, “Oh, O.K.” 

And he just left the interview, pulling up his face mask without adding any further comments. As for the young receiver, he didn’t really have a great game coming back into the lineup. He only caught 3 catches on 7 targets for 50 yards. But he still remains on course to complete yet another 1000-yard receiving season. With 900 yards already to his name with one game left, Pickens could end his season on a high. And probably help the Steelers break their losing streak by getting a win on Sunday.

What better way to snap their 3 game slump than by stopping their divisional rivals, the Bengals, who continue to fight for the playoffs? Guess we will find out soon as Russell Wilson and Co. are trying to end their season on a positive note.