The Steelers reportedly tried to trade George Pickens during the 2025 NFL Draft and were “laughed at" by other NFL teams.

Some NFL teams reportedly "laughed" at the idea of trading for George Pickens when learning the Pittsburgh Steelers were shopping the wide receiver during the 2025 NFL draft, according to The Athletic's Jeff Howe.

A reasonable comp may be 2021. The Bears held the 20th pick, which is about when the Steelers typically are on the clock. Chicago moved nine spots up by giving up No. 20 and a fifth-round pick in 2021, plus 2022 first- and fourth-round picks.