The Steelers traded away Diontae Johnson without a real backup plan. Could they make the same mistake with George Pickens in 2025?

Their 2024 season might be over, but the Pittsburgh Steelers continue to make headlines as they delve into the offseason. At the forefront of Steelers-related news (outside of the ongoing criticism of head coach Mike Tomlin) is the team's possible plans at quarterback and involving embattled wideout George Pickens.

Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver George Pickens could be done with the team, following a new report about his behavior.

Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver George Pickens has been awarded for his play in the team’s wild-card loss to the Baltimore

As a rule, the Pittsburgh Steelers negotiate contract extensions with their top players in the offseason heading into the final year of their contract. This is the position the Steelers find themselves in with wide receiver George Pickens but Pickens’ production and behavior have muddied the waters of his future with this team.

Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver George Pickens was reportedly tardy to one of the team's final contests of the season.

The Pittsburgh Steelers offseason has only just begun, and troubled wide receiver George Pickens is at the center of a controversy. In the aftermath of Pittsbur

Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver George Pickens was late for the team's 29-10 loss to the Kanas City Chiefs on Christmas Day, according to The

Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver George Pickens (14) runs with the ball after catching a pass for a touchdown during the second half of an NFL wild card playoff football game against the Baltimore Ravens, Saturday, Jan. 11, 2025, in Baltimore. (AP Photo/Terrance Williams) AP

Pittsburgh Steelers star wide receiver George Pickens has been accused of being late to practices and games before. On Tuesday, Steelers insider Mike DeFabo reported that Pickens showed up 35 minutes late to the Christmas Day game against the Kansas City Chiefs.