Pittsburgh Steelers rookie George Pickens’ sensational catch takes over NFL Twitter

Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver George Pickens might have made the catch of the year — and we’re only in Week 3.

The 21-year-old rookie made an amazing one-handed 36-yard reception in the first quarter against the Cleveland Browns on Thursday. Browns cornerback Martin Emerson Jr. played tough defense, but Pickens’ offensive effort was just that much better.

It was a much-needed jolt to the Steelers’ offense, as it was the team’s longest passing play of the season to date. Pickens’ catch led to a 5-yard touchdown run by running back Najee Harris to cap off the drive. Pickens said earlier in the week that he was open “99 percent of the time,” and, after watching that catch, it’s difficult to argue with him.

Pickens’ catch drew parallels to receiver Odell Beckham Jr.’s outstanding reception as a rookie receiver almost eight years ago. He made a one-handed grab while falling out of bounds — and being interfered with — against the Dallas Cowboys in Week 12 of the 2014 season.

Beckham saw Pickens’ incredible grab and offered his comments on Twitter.

Former NFL receiver Dez Bryant, current Las Vegas Raiders receiver Davante Adams and more also praised Pickens.