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Fan urinates on George Pickens’ jersey in shocking viral video after Steelers’ controversial trade

The Pittsburgh Steelers' trade of George Pickens to the Dallas Cowboys on May 7, 2025, sparked outrage among fans. A viral video surfaced showing a disgruntled fan urinating on a Pickens jersey, igniting debate within the NFL community. This act highlights the intense emotional connection fans have with players and the extreme reactions that can arise from team decisions.
Fan urinates on George Pickens’ jersey in shocking viral video after Steelers’ controversial trade
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On May 7, 2025, the Pittsburgh Steelers made a shocking decision to trade George Pickens to the Dallas Cowboys. Pickens, who had quickly become one of the Steelers’ most talented wide receivers, was seen as a future cornerstone of their offense. The trade sent shockwaves through the fanbase, with many questioning why the Steelers would part ways with such a talented player.A recent viral video has caught the attention of football fans everywhere, this time for all the wrong reasons.

Viral video of fan urinating on George Pickens’ jersey divides the NFL community

A fan, clearly upset by the Pittsburgh Steelers’ decision to trade wide receiver George Pickens to the Dallas Cowboys, filmed themselves urinating on a No. 14 Pickens jersey. While some fans view the act as an expression of frustration, others are calling it disrespectful.
In a season full of shocking trades, this incident has become the talk of the NFL community. Pickens, who was selected in the 2nd round of the 2022 NFL Draft by the Steelers, has been a breakout star, and his departure to the Cowboys has upset many fans. However, this video crosses the line from expressing dissatisfaction to outright disrespecting a player’s legacy with the team.

The controversial trade: Why George Pickens was sent to the Dallas Cowboys

The trade, which was made as part of Pittsburgh’s strategy to rebuild and adjust their roster for future seasons, left many fans disgruntled. Pickens had formed a strong connection with the fanbase, making this trade feel like a betrayal to many. As a result, the emotional fallout led to some fans resorting to extreme ways to express their dissatisfaction, like the viral video of the fan urinating on his jersey.As expected, the video has sparked intense debates. On social media, the reactions have ranged from anger to amusement. Fans of Pickens have expressed their frustration, while others have questioned the maturity and responsibility of the fan behind the act. Here’s a glimpse of how social media users are reacting to the video.
For some, this video reflects an extreme but not entirely uncommon reaction to the business side of football, where decisions made by teams don’t always align with the fans’ emotional attachment to a player. The situation highlights the broader issue of how players come and go, but the connection they form with the fanbase often remains, leading to frustration, sadness, and in some cases, disrespectful actions.Also read - Jaguars rookie Travis Hunter goes viral for showing off stacks of cash in a video amid No. 2 overall draft hype
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