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Steelers vs. 49ers: George Pickens' Opportunity for an Upset Win

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<p><strong>Pittsburgh Steelers&#8217; Underdog Status</strong></p>
<p>The Steelers head into the week as the underdogs at home against the mighty 49ers. While the hype surrounds Nick Bosa&#8217;s return, it&#8217;s essential not to forget that he won&#8217;t dominate every snap. This leaves room for the Steelers&#8217; playmakers, such as George Pickens, to step up and prove their worth.</p>
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<p><strong>The New and Improved Steelers&#8217; Offensive Line</strong></p>
<p>The remade offensive line of the Pittsburgh Steelers promises better protection for their quarterback. With new additions like Broderick Jones and the standout guard from Philly, this O-line seems destined to rank among the league&#8217;s elite. The 49ers&#8217; past defense showed vulnerabilities last season, especially against the deep ball. Can the Steelers exploit these gaps?</p>
<p><strong>Pickens&#8217; Potential Deep Ball Domination</strong></p>
<p>Here&#8217;s where George Pickens can genuinely shine. If Kenny Pickett gets ample protection, courtesy of the revamped O-line, Pickens might be the player to watch. The statistics spell trouble for the 49ers — they were among the bottom ten teams last season in defending deep balls. Add to that the mismatch that Pickens presents against smaller corners like Deommodore Lenoir. With a height advantage of five inches, expect Pickens to high-point and dominate such matchups.</p>
<p><strong>San Francisco&#8217;s Defensive Woes</strong></p>
<p>While San Francisco boasted an elite run defense, they faltered against the deep ball. They allowed a worrying high completion rate to go routes last season, and guess who was frequently targeted on those? George Pickens. Given his ability to &#8220;Moss" over defenders, this might be a game-changer for the Steelers.</p>
<p><strong>Conclusion: A Potential Upset in the Making</strong></p>
<p>With the Steelers poised to exploit the 49ers&#8217; defensive vulnerabilities, especially in deep-ball situations, George Pickens stands out as a potential fantasy game-changer. As the Steelers aim to pull off an upset, Pickens could very well be the X-factor in this matchup. Fantasy managers, take note and adjust your lineups accordingly!</p>
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