George Pickens

Steelers GM Omar Khan said George Pickens did not request a trade after being dealt to the Cowboys.

The Steelers’ decision to trade Pickens came just days after it was reported that the former Steeler wanted to remain in Pittsburgh. Speaking on Friday, Khan said, “The Cowboys reached out during the week and we had some conversations internally and with George’s agent.” After Khan’s discussions with the team and Pickens’ agent, the two sides agreed that a trade was in the best interest of all parties. He also added that the Steelers “feel good” about their receiver room heading into this season.” Pickens’ fantasy outlook for 2025 gets an immediate boost now that he’s with the Cowboys. CeeDee Lamb still stands to see the majority of the team’s targets, but Dak Prescott offers a much higher ceiling for Pickens than whoever the Steelers will have at quarterback this season.