DARNELL WASHINGTON #80 - TIGHT END - PITTSBURGH STEELERS
#80 - TIGHT END - PITTSBURGH STEELERS
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Makes two preseason appearances Washington ended the preseason slate with one reception (on one target) for five yards across two contests.
Impact QB Aaron Rodgers and WRs DK Metcalf (undisclosed) and Michael Pittman (hamstring) didn't suit up during exhibition season, but Washington was among the regular members of the Steelers offense to see some work along the way. Washington is coming off a career-best 31-364-1 line on 43 targets in 16 regular-season games in 2025, and he's also logged between 497 and 560 offensive snaps in each of his three pro campaigns. Still, with Pat Freiermuth locked in to the top pass-catching TE role, Washington will need to take advantage of his sparse looks from Rodgers.
SEPTEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Mike McCarthy Admits Steelers, CB Joey Porter Jr. Remain At 'Impasse' Over New Deal

Mike McCarthy wants to work with Joey Porter Jr., but the Pittsburgh Steelers and the cornerback are at an impasse over a new deal.
AUGUST 24 • FOX SPORTS
Mike McCarthy Admits Steelers, CB Joey Porter Jr. Remain At 'Impasse' Over New Deal

Steelers invest in defensive tackle Keeanu Benton, signing him to 5-year deal

The Pittsburgh Steelers and defensive tackle Keeanu Benton have agreed to a new five-year contract worth $73.75 million
AUGUST 15 • Associated Press
Sees field in preseason opener Washington failed to see a target in Thursday's 28-9 preseason win over the Packers.
Impact QB Aaron Rodgers wasn't under center in the Steelers' exhibition opener, while the team's top two wideouts DK Metcalf (undisclosed) and Michael Pittman (leg) were sidelined, but top tight ends Washington and Pat Freiermuth both made cameos in the contest. Washington's receiving numbers took a step forward in his third NFL season, and with Jonnu Smith no longer on the roster, the 2023 third-round pick could see his volume tick up a little further after he caught 31 of 43 targets for 364 yards and a touchdown over 16 regular-season contests last year.
AUGUST 14 • ROTOWIRE

Broderick Jones is not worrying about his future in Pittsburgh, being healthy is enough

Pittsburgh Steelers tackle Broderick Jones is trying to stay patient as he recovers from a neck injury that cut short his 2025 season
JULY 30 • Associated Press

Rodgers says there's 'zero debate' 2026 will be his final season as Steelers open a new-look camp

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers says there's “zero debate” that this season will be his last
JULY 28 • Associated Press
NFL tight end rankings quietly miss the mark with Steelers fan favorite ESPN's latest tight end rankings just disrespected Pittsburgh Steelers fan-favorite Darnell Washington, and the big tight end deserves recog...
JULY 10 • STILLCURTAIN.COM
Former Steelers TE Slams Pat Freiermuth Mistake PITTSBURGH -- The Pittsburgh Steelers are relying on their tight end duo of Pat Freiermuth and Darnell Washington to be massive (pun intende...
JUNE 25 • SI.COM
Darnell Washington could unlock Steelers' new offensive identity The Pittsburgh Steelers’ investment in Darnell Washington says plenty about how Mike McCarthy could build his offense around size, disguise,...
JUNE 22 • STILLCURTAIN.COM
Steelers can't ignore underrated defender after Darnell Washington deal With two big contract extensions done, the Pittsburgh Steelers must turn their attention to an underrated 2023 draft pick.
JUNE 5 • STILLCURTAIN.COM
Darnell Washington extension may have reshaped Pat Freiermuth's future The Pittsburgh Steelers are poised to pivot from Pat Freiermuth to Darnell Washington as their tight end of the future.
JUNE 5 • STILLCURTAIN.COM
WATCH: Darnell Washington Highlights Watch some of Darnell Washington's highlights from his career so far
JUNE 4 • STEELERS.COM
Steelers sign Washington The Steelers signed Darnell Washington to a new five-year contract
JUNE 4 • STEELERS.COM
Steelers just added former 11-touchdown weapon with ties to Aaron Rodgers The Pittsburgh Steelers made another move at tight end after extending Darnell Washington, reuniting Aaron Rodgers with an old friend from G...
JUNE 4 • STILLCURTAIN.COM
Darnell Washington Makes Major Life Announcement After Steelers Deal PITTSBURGH — It’s a great time for Pittsburgh Steelers tight end Darnell Washington. The 2023 third-round pick had a breakout 2025 campaign,...
JUNE 4 • SI.COM
Steelers, Mike McCarthy make big statement with latest decision on Darnell Washington The Steelers have made another major investment in their young core, signing Darnell Washington to a lucrative new extension.
JUNE 4 • BOLAVIP.COM
Steelers quietly raised the bar with Darnell Washington extension The Pittsburgh Steelers' latest contract extension subtly increases expectations for Darnell Washington in 2026.
JUNE 4 • STILLCURTAIN.COM

Steelers sign tight end Darnell Washington to a new five-year contract

The Pittsburgh Steelers have signed tight end Darnell Washington to a new five-year contract
JUNE 4 • Associated Press
Steelers made one thing crystal clear about Darnell Washington Darnell Washington's contract extension lets Pittsburgh Steelers fans know exactly how the team feels about their big tight end.
JUNE 4 • STILLCURTAIN.COM
Steelers make massive commitment to "unicorn" tight end Darnell Washington Just a few days after extending fellow 2023 draft pick Nick Herbig, the Pittsburgh Steelers paid Darnell Washington to stick around long-ter...
JUNE 4 • STILLCURTAIN.COM
Deadspin | Reports: Steelers, TE Darnell Washington agree on 4-year extension Deadspin | Reports: Steelers, TE Darnell Washington agree on 4-year extension
JUNE 4 • DEADSPIN.COM
WATCH: Darnell Washington Media Availability Darnell Washington spoke to the media following Mandatory Mini Camp
JUNE 4 • STEELERS.COM
Steelers Sign TE Darnell Washington to Four-Year Extension PITTSBURGH -- The Pittsburgh Steelers are keeping Darnell Washington around for another four years, signing the former third-round tight end...
JUNE 4 • SI.COM
Lands four-year extension The Steelers and Washington agreed to terms on a four-year, $42 million extension Wednesday, Jeremy Fowler of ESPN.com reports.
Impact Since Pittsburgh selected him in the third round of the 2023 NFL Draft, Washington has been used regularly in an offense that trots out multiple tight ends on most offensive snaps, ranging from 497 to 543 plays per season. He set or matched career highs across the board in 2025 with a 31-364-1 line on 43 targets across 16 regular-season games, and with Jonnu Smith and Connor Heyward exiting as free agents this offseason, Washington now has only Pat Freiermuth as notable competition for TE reps for the upcoming campaign.
JUNE 4 • ROTOWIRE

Steelers LB Nick Herbig eager to prove he's worth the investment after signing lucrative new deal

Steelers linebacker Nick Herbig is eager to finish his evolution from undersized prospect to one of the NFL's elite pass rushers
JUNE 3 • Associated Press
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