Steelers’ Darnell Washington Unimpressive As Receiving Option: "I Never Ever Think They Should Throw To Washington More"

[SteelerNation.com News]

The Pittsburgh Steelers drafted tight end Darnell Washington in the third round of the 2023 NFL Draft with hopes that he could dominate in the blocking game. In his first season in Pittsburgh, he had a limited role in the receiving game, getting only 10 targets, catching seven, and earning just 61 receiving yards. While many Steelers fans hoped for a bigger offensive role for Washington, his primary purpose was clear: to excel in blocking.

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