Cowboys don't see George Pickens as a No. 2 receiver
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The Dallas Cowboys traded for George Pickens to partner with CeeDee Lamb, but what should we expect from the former Pittsburgh Steelers star?
Pittsburgh Steelers defensive lineman Cam Heyward believes fans need to be patient after the George Pickens trade. Heyward, who has preached patience while the team waits for Aaron Rodgers, says the same thing as the team searches for another wide receiver following the Pickens deal.
The Steelers’ official position on receiver George Pickens is that both sides needed a “fresh start.” That’s a nice way of saying, “Get lost.” Ponder the situation for a second. What team concludes after three seasons that it, and the player, would benefit from a “fresh start”? A team for which the relationship has quickly gotten stale.
Pickens has the talent to make a big difference in the Dallas offense. But when he lacks effort, it can have the opposite effect.
Much has already been said, written and rumored about the emotional baggage that new Dallas Cowboys' receiver George Pickens will bring with him to The Star. But here's a new wrinkle on the blockbuster trade.
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