Given the recent criticism of his antics, his problems with reporters and his general on-field character, it's no wonder why does not want to make himself available to the media.
However, Pickens made an astonishing and hilarious statement to kick off Friday's media release, echoing legendary RB Marshawn Lynch's infamous line: “I'm just here so I don't get fined.”
Pickens was criticized after the loss to when he blamed the defeat on the weather rather than Pittsburgh's own inadequacies. Perhaps his subtle vow of silence is best to keep distractions out of the locker room.
George Pickens went the Marshawn Lynch route on all questions related to the scuffle at the end of the Browns game and on a question about how to improve the offense in the red zone.
He also said Cincinnati had a “strong” offense.
— Brooke Pryor (@bepryor)
Pickens needs to keep his mind focused on the AFC North divisional game against the as there will inevitably be a shootout in the game on December 1st at 1:00 pm EST.
