Russell Wilson and George Pickens gave the Steelers a 7-0 lead

Steelers wide receiver George Pickens’ performance has increased since Russell Wilson took over as the team’s quarterback and the duo made another big play in the first quarter at Washington on Sunday.

Wilson threw a ball into the end zone and Pickens went up to grab it as he fell backwards. Pickens recovered the ball and the 16-yard touchdown gave the Steelers a 7-0 lead with just over six minutes left.

The touchdown drive began at the Pittsburgh 30-yard line and was aided by two Commanders penalties totaling 29 yards. They also got 25 rushing yards from Najee Harris and Jaylen Warren.

The Steelers made a three-pointer on their first drive and the Commanders did the same on their first offensive chance.