NFL Hall of Famer Terrell Owens took to social media on Christmas, as he seemingly had some criticism for Steelers star wide receiver George Pickens.
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In response to a post that highlighted Steelers defensive lineman Cam Hayward's comments following the team's 29-10 loss to the Chiefs, Owens spoke his mind.
Same on offense as well when you got #14 not running his routes causing INTs. https://t.co/xruepoGugo
— Terrell Owens (@terrellowens) December 26, 2024
In view of the play that Owens may be referencing, quarterback Russell Wilson threw a red zone interception when the Steelers were already trailing 13-0 vs. the Chiefs.
And it appeared to some that Pickens may not have been doing what he was supposed to, as Wilson pointed out in the post game interviews that he was expecting Pickens to run his route more vertically.
On the TV broadcast, the replay showed Pickens stopping after five yards, which allowed the safety to cover the middle of the field.
Nate on the INT #Steelers pic.twitter.com/L4hGCPzFaB
— Steelers Depot 7⃣ (@Steelersdepot) December 25, 2024
That is to say, Owens may also be hinting at the fact that Pickens sometimes lets his emotions get the best of him, as during the game Pickens appeared upset and threw his weekly temper tantrum on the sidelines.
George Pickens was not very happy after Pittsburgh lost their third consecutive game.
Throughout the game Pickens showed his emotions on the sideline.
pic.twitter.com/G7ZuXiYAUE— MLFootball (@_MLFootball) December 26, 2024
Me too George, me too. pic.twitter.com/6qfK2998JH
— PickensBurgh🫡 (@PickensBurgh) December 25, 2024
After the loss, Pickens took to Instagram to post a picture of his catch, along with a message: "Merry Christmas to everyone who grateful."
George Pickens on IG: "Back in the lab we go" #Steelers #NFL pic.twitter.com/R4VSRxXT09
— Steelers Depot 7⃣ (@Steelersdepot) December 26, 2024
Pickens ended the game with three catches on seven targets for 50 yards receiving.
George Pickens best 1 on 1 wide receiver in football pic.twitter.com/b0RoT2VnY4
— TBev (@TBev13) December 25, 2024
All in all, Pickens may want to listen and learn from Owens' comments, as if anyone knows about having an attitude and being misunderstood, while performing at the highest level... it's T.O.
Certainly Pickens, the No. 52 pick in the 2022 Draft, is one of the most talented young players in the league, as he is just 100 yards away from having back-to-back 1,000 yard seasons.
In 13 games this season, the 23-year-old wideout has 58 catches for 900 yards and three touchdowns.
Ultimately, the Steelers (10-6) will attempt to break their three-game losing streak, when they host the Cincinnati Bengals (7-8) in Week 18 (January 5).
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