That's no secret George Pickens is an alien. From the start of his rookie season to today, Pickens has consistently made jaw-dropping catches.
In one Shaky win in Week 10 about the Washington Commanders, Russell Wilson showed off his experienced poise and connected with Pickens on two of the most unlikely completions of the week. The pair's chemistry proved crucial in maintaining Pittsburgh's momentum and securing the victory.
The first of this daring perfection – the topping The Unlikely Finishes of Next Gen Stats – occurred on a 24-yard play and had just a 14.2 percent chance of success. With tight coverage from the cornerback Noah Igbinoghene, Wilson threw it where only Pickens could catch It. It was another incredible acrobatic catch from the third-year receiver.
The second improbable finish came early in the first quarter and put Pittsburgh on the board with its first points of the game. While Pickens was covered alone by safety Jeremy Chinn (who had an outstanding game), Wilson placed the ball perfectly and Pickens climbed the ladder to bring it down. The touchdown pass had a completion probability of 25.8 percent, changed the tone of the game and enlivened the Steelers' sideline.
Wilson thought so too New signing Mike Williams on one 32-yard touchdown that only had a 26.8 percent chance of success. Williams' debut performance cemented his influence on the Steelers' offense and made him an instant fan favorite.
Wilson cemented his reputation as a game-winning player with every unlikely connection, while Pickens and Williams proved to be key players. These remarkable plays highlight the Steelers' aerial potential and highlight their growing confidence Race for a spot in the playoffs.
