Steelers Daily News & Links: George Pickens Turns Heads; Justin Fields Gets National Support

Chris Ward |

Updated: Sep 18, 2024

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? Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver George Pickens ranks top-6 in average separations score in both Week 1 and Week 2, according to Scott Barrett of Fantasy Points

“He’s an alpha. The breakout is real. He’s fully arrived,” Barrett wrote on X.

No player has impressed me more this season than George Pickens

He's ranked top-6 in Average Separation Score in both Week 1 and Week 2

He's an alpha. The breakout is real. He's fully arrived.

— Scott Barrett (@ScottBarrettDFB) September 17, 2024

? George Pickens created separation against Broncos All-Pro cornerback Patrick Surtain II throughout Sunday’s game. It’s only two games, but Pickens could take a massive leap this season. He would have had over 100 yards receiving against Denver if it wasn’t for penalties.

This is George Pickens up against Pat Surtain by the way.

Been great to see Pickens' development as a route runner. pic.twitter.com/0BNUi6ZHAs

— Daniel Valente (@StatsGuyDaniel) September 17, 2024

? Los Angeles Chargers head coach Jim Harbaugh shared his thoughts on the Steelers and the city of Pittsburgh.

“Well, playing against them as a player, there’s an aura there,” Harbaugh said. “And just everyone I’ve ever met from Pittsburgh—there’s no one on the planet I have more respect for than (Chargers executive director of player performance) Ben Herbert, and he’s from Pittsburgh. I know the kind of football people that come out of the ‘Burgh. It’s real, it’s genuine, it’s unique. Just nothing but respect for it.”

Jim Harbaugh shared his thoughts on the Steelers and the city of Pittsburgh..

HELL YEAH COACH #PMSLive pic.twitter.com/7CvQ5cFHeT

— Pat McAfee (@PatMcAfeeShow) September 17, 2024

? Steelers quarterback Russell Wilson and his wife Ciara visited UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh on Tuesday.

Today, our newest friends to the ‘Burgh, @DangeRussWilson and @ciara stopped by to visit. We are beyond grateful for their support and generosity in being here to visit our kids and give them moments they will never forget. pic.twitter.com/tsNzSUhZ8p

— UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh (@ChildrensPgh) September 17, 2024

? Over the last five seasons, the Baltimore Ravens have 10 losses with a 7+ point lead in the fourth quarter, which is the most in the NFL.

? Steelers second-year cornerback Cory Trice received a 90.1 coverage grade on 18 coverage snaps from Pro Football Focus in Sunday’s win over the Denver Broncos. He allowed 9 receiving yards and one interception, along with a 22.9 passer rating allowed.

Cory Trice Jr. in Week 2 vs the Broncos:

🟡 90.1 coverage grade
⚫ 18 coverage snaps
🟡 9 receiving yards allowed
⚫ 1 interception
🟡 22.9 passer rating allowed pic.twitter.com/DTWok9lYgt

— PFF PIT Steelers (@PFF_Steelers) September 17, 2024

? Former NFL quarterback and current ESPN analyst Dan Orlovsky thinks Justin Fields should be QB1 in Pittsburgh.

“I think Justin [Fields] should be their starter and I think they can beat basically anybody with him,” Orlovsky said.

"I think Justin [Fields] should be their starter and I think they can beat basically anybody with him."@danorlovsky7 thinks the Steelers future is with Justin Fields ✍️ @PatMcAfeeShow pic.twitter.com/KO3moh8A9l

— NFL on ESPN (@ESPNNFL) September 17, 2024

? Former NFL quarterback Chase Daniel thinks Justin Fields showed immense promise in Sunday’s game.

Justin Fields Is Really NOT A Bad QB.

Arthur Smith's game-plan was more aggressive & most importantly Fields has 0 turnovers & is limiting sacks.

It makes sense to keep playing him with the way the O-Line has played.🧐 #HereWeGo

All 22 QB Breakdown: Justin Fields pic.twitter.com/OVoSWaedgP

— Chase Daniel (@ChaseDaniel) September 17, 2024

? Steelers cornerback Beanie Bishop stopped by practice and spoke with the Taylor Allderdice High School football team on Tuesday.

On Tuesday, @_sbx2 visited @DiceDragonsFB and spoke to the team.

After practice, the team enjoyed pizza and frozen desserts provided by @GiantEagle.#PlayFootball #ThisisHSFootball pic.twitter.com/Ga5gTEiwCB

— Steelers Youth Football (@SteelersYouthFB) September 18, 2024

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