George Pickens criticizes NFL after controversial touchdown call against Steelers

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Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver George Pickens criticized the NFL after a controversial call regarding his potential touchdown catch. Pickens' catch was ruled incomplete despite him getting one foot down twice, while New York Jets receiver Garrett Wilson's similar catch was upheld. Pickens expressed his frustration on Instagram, suggesting the NFL has biases against certain players. He pointed out the inconsistency in how catches are ruled, highlighting the difference between his situation and Wilson's successful catch. Both calls were deemed correct according to NFL rules, which state that two feet must be down for a catch. This incident may lead to discussions about potential changes to the rules regarding what constitutes a catch.


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