Travis Kelce channeled one of his girlfriend’s biggest songs to explain the Steelers’ divorce from Kenny Pickett, which resulted in the quarterback being traded to the Eagles.
In his latest article with Jason Kelsey Podcast “New Heights”the brothers shot down their previous moves in NFL free agency, with Travis suggesting Pickett and the Steelers had “bad blood” and ultimately leading to Pittsburgh deciding to send Pickett across the state to Philadelphia. became.
“He just can’t leave Penn State,” Travis said of Pickett, a New Jersey native and Pittsburgh graduate who finished third in Heisman Trophy voting after leading the Panthers to the 2021 ACC Championship. Told. “He just loves Pennsylvania, dude.”
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“Kenny and the Steelers, their relationship ended with a little ‘bad blood,'” Travis sang to the tune of his girlfriend’s hit song “Bad Blood,” from his 1989 Grammy-winning album. “Kenny says it’s better to move on.”
Before the trade, which included an exchange of draft picks, Pickett was annoyed to learn that the Steelers had acquired former Broncos quarterback Russell Wilson.
He learned of the deal on social media and According to NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero.
“I dealt with it the way I should have dealt with it.” Pickett said Monday.. “I’m excited to be here. It worked out really well and I ended up in Philadelphia. Everything happens for a reason and I’m where I’m supposed to be. I think.”
The 6-foot-3, 220-pound Pickett started 12 games for Pittsburgh last season before injuring his ankle in Week 13 against the Arizona Cardinals and requiring surgery.
There were also reports that Pickett refused to suit up for the season’s final game against the Seahawks because he would not be a starter.
According to NFL.com, Pickett denied the negative reports.
“I think that’s what communication is all about.” He said. “It was behind closed doors. I’m confident in how I handled myself. I handled it the way I should have handled it. I’m excited to be here. It worked out really well and I’m confident in how I ended up getting there. was in Philadelphia. I think everything happens for a reason and I’m where I’m supposed to be right now.”
Jason, who announced his retirement earlier this month after spending his 13-season NFL career with the Eagles, said he doesn’t understand why things didn’t work out between Pickett and the Steelers.
“But we’ve seen this before,” Jason said. “Sometimes it’s the fit and the system. Whatever it is for him to get a fresh start now and come to Philadelphia, obviously he’s going to be behind Jalen Hurts, learning and growing and really good players. He will have the opportunity to play with…This is a better fit for Kenny and I hope he can reach his full potential in Philadelphia.”
Before his injury, Pickett gained 2,070 yards and had four interceptions against six touchdowns, completing 62 percent of his attempts.
Pittsburgh finished the season with Mason Rudolph under center.
“I thought it was time (to move on),” Pickett said. “From what happened, I felt like it was time. I wanted to go somewhere else and get a chance to continue growing my career.
“The fact that it’s in Philadelphia, where I grew up and found my love for the game, where we have a great coaching staff, great players. I’ll get to see all of them when everyone gets back to the city in a few weeks. I’m looking forward to it.” I think it’s a great opportunity to join this team. ”
