The future of George Pickens with the Pittsburgh Steelers is uncertain as he approaches the final year of his contract amidst the looming 2025 NFL Draft. Insider James Palmer suggests that the Steelers may be eyeing Iowa State WR Jayden Higgins as a potential replacement for Pickens.
Palmer indicated that many believe Pickens' time with the Steelers is limited, especially following the team's significant investment in DK Metcalf. While the Steelers do not currently hold a second-round draft pick where Higgins is projected to be selected, the team has shown interest in the wide receiver by hosting him for a pre-draft visit. Acquiring Higgins may necessitate a trade to secure a second-round pick in the upcoming draft.