George Malik Pickens Jr., son of Carl Pickens, is a rising American professional football player following in the footsteps of his father.
Currently, George plays wide receiver for the Pittsburgh Steelers of the NFL after being selected in the 2022 NFL draft.
Previously, the athlete played college football for Georgia Bulldogs, where he earned significant recognition, securing his place in the NFL.
Born on March 4, 2001, he is widely known for his exceptional athleticism and remarkable ability to make difficult catches.
A night to forget for George Pickens:
— NFL on ESPN (@ESPNNFL) January 5, 2025
1 Rec
6 Targets
3 Drops
0 Rec Yards pic.twitter.com/EEk3G48rl4
Recently, George has gained public attention for his underwhelming performance with the Cincinnati Bengals.
The wide receiver finished the game with one catch for no gain and three dropped passes, which has led to heavy criticism online.
Apart from his athletic career, he is under the spotlight for being the son of famous footballer Carl Pickens.
Carl Pickens Had an Impressive Career as a Wide Receiver, Leaving a Lasting Impact in the NFL
Born and raised in Memphis, Tennessee, on March 23, 1970, Carl Pickens is a former wide receiver in the NFL.
The veteran played for the Cincinnati Bengals and Tennessee Titans throughout his nine-season career.
Before his enrollment in NFL, Carl previously played college football for the University of Tennessee from 1989 to 1991.
While at Tennessee, he played safety and earned recognition as a Freshman All-American and All-SEC selection.
Carl Pickens (15) days until Tennessee’s season opener.
— Noah Taylor (@ByNoahTaylor) August 16, 2024
Pickens totaled 1,875 receiving yards in his career and 13 touchdowns, including this toss from tight end Von Reeves in the Vols’ 45-3 rout of Florida in 1990.
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Subsequently, Carl transitioned to wide receiver, where set exceptional records, catching 109 passes for 1,875 yards and 13 touchdowns.
Speaking of his NFL contributions, the Associated Press named him the Rookie for the Year in 1992 season.
Moreover, he recorded 540 receptions for 7,129 yards and 63 touchdowns, while also accumulating another 307 yards and one touchdown on punt returns.
Later, Carl joined the Tennessee Titans on July 31, 2000, and experienced the first winning season of his career.
On April 5, 2001, he signed with the Dallas Cowboys as a free agent but announced his retirement on May 30.
Carl Pickens Arrested on Domestic Violence Charge Against His Wife
Despite Carl Pickens’ widespread fame, his wife has maintained a low-key lifestyle, with her identity remaining undisclosed.
Similarly, she has kept a private life, with limited information about her identity and educational background available online.
However, back in 2013, she attracted widespread attention due to a violence case involving her husband, Carl Pickens.
According to the reports, on December 7, 2013, the couple argued over one of her friends joining them for a movie that night.
Soon, the situation escalated, with the footballer picking up his wife, throwing her on the couch, and pinning her down by the neck.
Furthermore, he violently threw the chair and iPad, then stepped on them to express his anger.
On top of that, the police further noted a bruise on her neck after they arrived at the scene.
About a month after the incident, Carl was taken into custody on January 5, 2014. Reportedly, he had to undergo certain legal actions and attend domestic violence counseling.
However, the authorities have not revealed the specific details regarding his penalties, including any fines or settlements.
Additional Information
- George Pickens became the subject of a viral meme on the second night of his 2022 NFL draft.
- In 2023, Carl Pickens was inducted into the Tennessee Athletics Hall of Fame.
- George grew up with his older brother, Chris Humes, a former cornerback of the NFL.
