He spent just one season with him, but former Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Russell Wilson really took a liking to former Steelers wide receiver George Pickens.
Now, they’re both in the NFC East after Wilson signed with the New York Giants as a free agent and Pickens was traded to the Dallas Cowboys, so they’ll see each other twice a season. But that one season in Pittsburgh together made an impact on Wilson when it comes to Pickens, his personality, and the talent he possesses.
Appearing on the 7PM in Brooklyn podcast with NBA Hall of Famer Carmelo Anthony, Wilson defended Pickens against the criticism he gets for his outbursts and attitude issues.