Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver George Pickens is tired of seeing all the trade rumors after the team’s loss to the Baltimore Ravens. On Instagram, Pickens shut down the rumors on a post that speculated he could be moved.

The Pittsburgh Steelers’ postseason ended unceremoniously and the team’s pass-catcher made it clear that he was less than pleased about that fact.

Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver George Pickens sent a strong social media message after his second straight playoff exit.

George Pickens says he has seen growth from the offense since he’s been with the Steelers, but admits he’s not optimistic of the offense going forward. #Steelers #NFL pic.twitter.com/ss4BaU49sZ

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

Mike Tomlin? No question about it: he was compared to Andy Reid, had his recent track record called into question, and had fans outright demanding his job by halftime. But surely George Pickens, who led the team in receiving yards and caught all five of his targets, would be absolved from blame, right?

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

This is the third in a series examining the Pittsburgh Steelers roster, position by position, heading into the offseason. Today: Wide receivers After spending the 2024 season looking — to no avail — for a wide receiver to pair with George Pickens,