Pickens, 24, was drafted in 2022 and has racked up 2,841 receiving yards and 12 touchdowns in his three-year career. After a 900-yard season with just three touchdowns, and the offseason arrival of DK Metcalf on a four-year, $132 million extension, Pickens appears likely to slide into a WR2 role in Pittsburgh.

The Pittsburgh Steelers could emerge as the center of attention on Day 2 of the 2025 NFL Draft as trade rumors swirl around wide receiver George Pickens and discussions continue with free-agent quarterback Aaron Rodgers.

Las Vegas desperately needs a receiver and would likely trade as high as a second-round pick to acquire one of Pickens' stature. The Raiders have the draft capital to pull off a trade with the Steelers. Las Vegas, in addition to having the No. 6 overall pick, has second- and third-round picks that could be used to acquire Pickens.