The Pittsburgh Steelers were fine in their first game without George Pickens, but their matchup against the Philadelphia Eagles was very different. Outside of one drive that ended in disaster, the Steelers couldn’t move the ball to save their lives. Without Pickens, they struggled to attack down the field. Russell Wilson had a lackluster day, and former NFL wide receiver Steve Smith Sr. is questioning if Wilson really elevates any of his receivers.
“When I look at the Pittsburgh Steelers, if George Pickens is not in the game, do I fear [Calvin] Austin [III]?” Smith asked Thursday on his YouTube channel, 89-Steve Smith Sr.