For most of training camp, we have been hearing the constant drumbeat of what rookie WR George Pickens was doing during practices and how players and coaches alike were complimenting him on his immense talent. Then videos started to leak from practices of Pickens making highlight reel catches daily against his teammates, showcasing impressive body control and natural hands to come down with the ball while contested.
All those practice reps came to fruition Saturday night as the Steelers beat the Seahawks 32-25 in their preseason opener at Acrisure Stadium. With 1:48 remaining in the first quarter, Mason Rudolph took the snap and threw up a beautiful deep ball down the right sideline as Pickens streaked down the field.