George Pickens‘ on-field actions have hit his pockets as soon as once more.
The Pittsburgh Steelers huge receiver was reportedly fined for the fourth time this season, and his newest penalty is his most expensive but.
Pickens reportedly was fined $20,462 for 2 unsportsmanlike conduct penalties, one in every of which included a finger gun after a protracted reception.
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Pittsburgh Steelers huge receiver George Pickens, proper, reacts after being flagged for unsportsmanlike conduct in the course of the second half of an NFL soccer recreation towards the Cincinnati Bengals, Sunday, Dec. 1, 2024, in Cincinnati. (AP Picture/Jeff Dean)
He was additionally fined 3 times final yr – his earlier six penalties stem from a blindside block, two taunts, displaying a private message and two extreme facemasks.
The nice comes amid criticisms by his personal head coach, Mike Tomlin, who not too long ago mentioned Pickens must “grow up in a hurry.”
“This is an emotional game, man. These divisional games are big. He got a target on his back, because he’s George, he understands that. But he’s got to grow up. He’s got to grow up in a hurry,” Tomlin informed reporters after Sunday’s recreation.
Pittsburgh Steelers huge receiver George Pickens outpaces the Cincinnati Bengals’ protection for an 86 yard landing within the first quarter at Acrisure Stadium. (Philip G. Pavely-USA At the moment Sports activities)
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Pickens’ conduct has been beneath the microscope this season. He bought right into a battle with Cleveland Browns defensive again Greg Newsome II of their Thursday night time match final month. He was additionally accused of taking performs off earlier this season.
Pickens’ change with reporters the day after Thanksgiving additionally raised some eyebrows. Whereas speaking to reporters, Pickens channeled former NFL working again Marshawn Lynch’s viral second from the 2015 Tremendous Bowl media day.
The 23-year-old has 55 receptions for 850 yards and three touchdowns this season.
Head coach Mike Tomlin of the Pittsburgh Steelers talks with George Pickens #14 within the recreation towards the Indianapolis Colts at Lucas Oil Stadium on November 28, 2022, in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Justin Casterline/Getty Pictures)
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The NFL started to crack down on gun-like celebrations this season. There have now been 21 fines on account of obscene gestures this season.
Fox Information’ Ryan Gaydos contributed to this report.
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