The Steelers didn’t waste much time putting George Pickens’ old uniform number back in circulation.
After issuing the No. 14 to newly-signed rookie wide receiver Montana Lemonious-Craig on Tuesday, Steelers.com’s Dale Lolley reported early Wednesday that the number has changed hands again; this time to running back Kenneth Gainwell, a 2025 free agent signing.
Steelers RB Kenneth Gainwell has switched his number to 14 since it opened up. Had been wearing No. 21. Had worn 14 in Philadelphia.
— Dale Lolley (@dlolley_pgh) May 28, 2025
Gainwell previously wore the No.