Steelers wide receiver George Pickens was under some serious scrutiny because his lack of effort on a run play involving Jaylen Warren in the loss to the Indianapolis Colts. That play, and the quotes that would follow from all parties involved, dominated the headlines in the lead up to their week 16 matchup against the Cincinnati Bengals. With their season hanging on by a thread, Mike Tomlin’s squad showed some serious resolve, dominating their AFC North peer in a must-win game.
In that performance, both Pickens and Warren showed us exactly what they’re about and why they’re so crucial to the short and long-term success for the franchise.