Pickens, 24, was drafted in 2022 and has racked up 2,841 receiving yards and 12 touchdowns in his three-year career. After a 900-yard season with just three touchdowns, and the offseason arrival of DK Metcalf on a four-year, $132 million extension, Pickens appears likely to slide into a WR2 role in Pittsburgh.

The Steelers have added incentive to trade Pickens due to his contract. They already paid Metcalf big money and are unlikely to do the same with Pickens. Given that, dealing Picke

The Pittsburgh Steelers could emerge as the center of attention on Day 2 of the 2025 NFL Draft as trade rumors swirl around wide receiver George Pickens and discussions continue with free-agent quarterback Aaron Rodgers.