Pittsburgh Steelers receiver George Pickens had quite an up and down season that included some controversial game moments that led to penalties, him missing three games with an injury and the Steelers losing in the wild-card round of the playoffs.

However, NFL insider Mike Florio believes the team can not give him an extension this year due to the potential sunken cost value the team could have if they gave Pickens a massive contract.

PITTSBURGH -- Echoing the words of his head coach, Pittsburgh Steelers owner and president Art Rooney II said talented but mercurial wide receiver George Pickens has "room to grow."

Pittsburgh Steelers owner Art Rooney II backed wide receiver George Pickens after the players' 2024 frustrations.

George Pickens will likely be playing on an expiring contract in the 2025 season. While there's still plenty of time, the Pittsburgh Steelers have not yet discussed extending the contract he signed as the No.