Der Tight End der Pittsburgh Steelers, Pat Freiermuth, hatte eine ruhige Saison 2025, könnte aber unter dem neuen Trainerstab eine größere Rolle spielen.
Ray Fittipaldo von der Pittsburgh Post-Gazette erklärte, dass das Team auf Freiermuths produktives Rookie-Jahr in der Red Zone zurückblicken sollte. Er merkte an, dass Nutzungsmuster die Rolle des Tight Ends in den vergangenen Saisons eingeschränkt hätten, trotz seines Talents, bei einem Einsatz im Slot für Missmatches zu sorgen.
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Bleacher Report has released its projected 2026 starting lineup for the Pittsburgh Steelers, highlighting three unexpected offensive selections amid recent roster moves.
A former NFL scout believes the Pittsburgh Steelers possess one of the league's top tight end groups. Bucky Brooks highlighted Pat Freiermuth and Darnell Washington for their blocking and receiving skills.
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The Pittsburgh Steelers' tight end group has gained several new players in recent months, creating competition behind the top two on the depth chart. Pat Freiermuth and Darnell Washington remain secure in their positions. The additions include two rookies, a veteran, and two other players who joined since April.
The Pittsburgh Steelers have signed tight end Darnell Washington to a four-year contract worth $42 million. Head coach Mike McCarthy spoke positively about the player's abilities and contributions during the offseason program.
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Pittsburgh Steelers beat writer Ray Fittipaldo observed an immediate shift in the team's offensive approach during spring practices. The changes come after the hiring of Mike McCarthy as offensive coordinator.
Building on their post-2026 NFL Draft undrafted free agent signings at tight end, Pittsburgh Steelers rookie Lake McRee has earned high praise from The Athletic's Nick Baumgardner as one of his favorite UDFAs. Baumgardner spotlighted McRee's run-blocking tenacity despite past injuries, positioning him as a contender for the TE3 role.
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Building on the Pittsburgh Steelers' recent free agency moves—as detailed in our coverage—the team is prioritizing a guard, safety or wide receiver with their No. 21 pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, per insiders. Reporter Ray Fittipaldo advocates a best-player-available strategy at these spots, with potential interest in a quarterback or tight end later.