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Watch: George Pickens fails to drag toe on missed TD

Originally posted on Larry Brown Sports
By Renzo Pocholo Salao | Last updated 11/2/23

George Pickens has made some impressive catches for the Pittsburgh Steelers this season. However, one play Thursday won’t be going on any of his highlight reels.

The Steelers were facing third-and-3 in the red zone while trailing 13-10 to the Tennessee Titans at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh, Pa..

Pickens caught what appeared to momentarily be a go-ahead touchdown midway through the third quarter. However, the six points were wiped away after referees determined the Steelers wide receiver failed to establish his left foot inbounds first.

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The Steelers ended up kicking a field goal to tie the game instead.

In live action, the uncontested catch appeared to be a sure thing. Most NFL wide receivers have mastered the art of dragging their toes inbound for tight grabs. But Pickens’ momentum carried him too far toward the sideline.

The overturned TD was not Pickens’ only highlight play that didn't count Thursday. He also made a pretty cool one-handed grab on a Will Levis pass that went out of bounds.

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— NFL (@NFL) November 3, 2023