It seems that every time adversity strikes the Pittsburgh Steelers , receiver George Pickens isn’t far from the carnage.
When the Steelers found themselves on their first multi-game losing streak of the season after losing to the Dallas Cowboys, it was Pickens’ penalties and apparent lapses in competitive toughness that had head coach Mike Tomlin answer tough questions in his postgame presser.
Tomlin was once again pressed on Pickens’ behavior when their five-game winning streak ended at the hands of the Cleveland Browns, but not before Pickens could take himself out of the game’s final play to fight an opposing defender.
Pittsburgh’s next losing streak began without Pickens. His talent is undeniable and an invaluable part of the offense, especially with Russell Wilson under center. The Steelers, without their top receiver, lost to both the Philadelphia Eagles and Baltimore Ravens…