George Pickens’ on-field actions have hit his pockets as soon as once more.
The Pittsburgh Steelers large 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 among which included a finger gun after an extended reception.
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Pittsburgh Steelers large receiver George Pickens, proper, reacts after being flagged for unsportsmanlike conduct in the course of the second half of an NFL soccer sport towards the Cincinnati Bengals, Sunday, Dec. 1, 2024, in Cincinnati. (AP Photograph/Jeff Dean)
He was additionally fined thrice final 12 months – 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 lately mentioned Pickens must “develop up in a rush.”
“That is an emotional sport, man. These divisional video games are huge. He received a goal on his again, as a result of he is George, he understands that. However he is received to develop up. He is received to develop up in a rush,” Tomlin advised reporters after Sunday’s sport.
Pittsburgh Steelers large receiver George Pickens outpaces the Cincinnati Bengals’ protection for an 86 yard landing within the first quarter at Acrisure Stadium. (Philip G. Pavely-USA Right now Sports activities)
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Pickens’ conduct has been below the microscope this season. He received right into a combat with Cleveland Browns defensive again Greg Newsome II of their Thursday evening match final month. He was additionally accused of taking performs off earlier this season.
Pickens’ trade with reporters the day after Thanksgiving additionally raised some eyebrows. Whereas speaking to reporters, Pickens channeled former NFL operating 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 sport towards the Indianapolis Colts at Lucas Oil Stadium on November 28, 2022, in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Justin Casterline/Getty Photographs)
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The NFL started to crack down on gun-like celebrations this season. There have now been 21 fines resulting from obscene gestures this season.
Fox Information’ Ryan Gaydos contributed to this report.
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