The Cowboys shocked the NFL world when they acquired George Pickens for near-pennies — and while every analyst and insider had an opinion on when those trade talks actually began, Steelers GM Omar Khan put the conversation to bed.

Some NFL teams reportedly "laughed" at the idea of trading for George Pickens when learning the Pittsburgh Steelers were shopping the wide receiver during the 2025 NFL draft, according to The Athletic's Jeff Howe.

Despite his talent, the Steelers shipped George Pickens to the Cowboys in a move that highlights a growing pattern — and perfect timing — in Pittsburgh’s approach to wide receivers.