Arr, ye scurvy dog Pickens be claimin' he didn't block, lest he be gettin' himself injured! Har, har!
2023-12-20
Arrr! Methinks that star George Pickens of the Pittsburgh Steelers did ye a disservice, aye, bein' all timorous and such when it came to blockin' in a recent game! Shiver me timbers! Both the analysts and fans be quite disappointed, arrr!
Pickens has faced criticism throughout his sophomore season, with some questioning his effort and commitment to the game. He has already surpassed his rookie season's yardage, with 814 receiving yards through 14 games. The Steelers' offensive struggles have been a topic of discussion this season, leading to the firing of offensive coordinator Matt Canada.
This is not the first time Pickens has faced scrutiny for his lackluster performance. In a game against the Tennessee Titans, he finished with a total of minus-1 yard and expressed his frustration on social media. He also received criticism for his lack of effort on a play when he knew he wasn't getting the ball during a game against the New England Patriots.
Commentators and Steelers coach Mike Tomlin have expressed disappointment in Pickens' attitude and effort. They believe his lack of willingness to block reflects poorly on the team and sends a negative message to his teammates. Despite his statistical success, Pickens' performance and commitment to the game continue to be questioned.