The Pittsburgh Steelers and Dallas Cowboys rocked the NFL world early Wednesday morning as it was reported by ESPN's Adam Schefter that they are close to finalizing a deal that will send wide receiver George Pickens to Dallas.
The former University of Georgia star has played all three of his seasons of his NFL career with Pittsburgh. His best year was 2023 when he caught 63 passes for 1,140 yards and five touchdowns. Last season he had 59 catches for 900 yards with just three touchdowns.
The Steelers will receive draft picks in return for Pickens, Schefter reported. The move will pair him up with CeeDee Lamb and provide another strong weapon for Cowboys QB Dak Prescott.
ESPN sources: Dallas and Pittsburgh are working to finalize a trade that will send wide receiver George Pickens to the Cowboys in exchange for draft pick compensation. The trade is expected to be finalized today. pic.twitter.com/EJvTb9KHG4
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) May 7, 2025
NFL fans had reactions to that news:
Wwwoooooowwwww
— Dan Orlovsky (@danorlovsky7) May 7, 2025
I think Cowboys will be better than people anticipate https://t.co/CF0bc9lFb8
Oh wow it’s solidifiing https://t.co/ZH3ra20kUt
— Lou’s Takes ✭ (@loutakes_) May 7, 2025
🚨THIS IS OUR YEAR🚨 https://t.co/nA8NGGKp85
— Marc Istook (@MarcIstook) May 7, 2025
and ofc he goes to Dallas. Day ruined lol https://t.co/BFPXEs9L9t
— w 👁️🗨️ (@IiIkerm) May 7, 2025
If he just plays football, this is going to be GREAT. #COWBOYS https://t.co/uhbhZn2OWM
— Devin D-Mac McDonald (@FTFDMac) May 7, 2025
Yes lawd!!!!!! https://t.co/yzfprKoBFI pic.twitter.com/EKgN1J43ez
— Skywalker Steele⚡️ (@SkywalkerSteele) May 7, 2025
https://t.co/BG8PRnK1zn pic.twitter.com/TimARRYcm4
— Mike Virginia (@_MikeVA) May 7, 2025
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