In fact, there is another national report that had Pickens considering a trade request. The Steelers are at their best with Pickens and Metcalf threatening defenses on the boundary, pushing trade conversations to the trade deadline if necessary. If nothing else, the Metcalf deal makes a long-term stint in Pittsburgh less likely for Pickens.

The Pittsburgh Steelers’ situation with George Pickens has not gone well behind the scenes, according to NFL insider James Palmer. Palmer states that Pickens is unlikely to be with the Steelers beyond this year.

With their roster in turmoil, one NFL insider thinks the Pittsburgh Steelers aren’t done making big changes, notably at wide receiver. George Pickens has been floated in trades for most of the offseason,