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NFL legend sees himself in Darnell Washington (and Steelers fans are thrilled) The Pittsburgh Steelers found a rare tight end talent in Darnell Washington, and even NFL legend Rob Gronkowski knows it.

DECEMBER 18, 2025 • STILLCURTAIN.COM

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DECEMBER 16, 2025 • Associated Press

Reels in three passes during MNF Washington caught three of his four targets for 25 yards in Monday night's 28-15 win over Miami.

Impact Washington was able to clear concussion protocol and play Monday after sustaining a concussion in Week 14 against the Ravens. The tight end was able to secure multiple passes for the fourth time in five games and the eighth time overall this year. Washington has now caught 26 of 37 targets for 288 yards and a touchdown over 14 contests this season.

DECEMBER 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Deadspin | Steelers TE Darnell Washington clears concussion protocol Deadspin | Steelers TE Darnell Washington clears concussion protocol

DECEMBER 15, 2025 • DEADSPIN.COM

Cleared to play Monday Washington has cleared the NFL's concussion protocol and no longer carries an injury designation for Monday night's game against the Dolphins, Burt Lauten of Steelers.com reports.

Impact After logging three straight limited practice this week, Washington had initially been listed as questionable for the contest. Now that he's been cleared to play Monday, the tight end will be able to maintain his role in Pittsburgh's passing game, a context that has resulted in him catching five of his seven targets for 79 yards over his last three games, though it's worth noting that Washington was forced out of Week 14 action after logging just 15 snaps on offense.

DECEMBER 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Remains questionable for MNF Washington (concussion) logged a limited practice session Saturday and is questionable for Monday's Week 15 tilt against the Dolphins.

Impact Washington entered concussion protocol during last Sunday's win over Baltimore. He's been able to log three limited practices this week, but he remains iffy to suit up Monday. Washington will need to clear the NFL's five-step protocol ahead of that contest in order to be eligible to play. If he can't do so, Pat Freiermuth will likely see increased offensive snaps as the Steelers' top tight end.

DECEMBER 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Limited again Friday Washington (concussion) was a limited participant in Friday's practice, Alan Saunders of SteelersNow.comreports.

Impact Washington remains in the concussion protocol but has now logged back-to-back limited practices to begin Week 15. If he's able to practice in full Saturday and gain clearance from an independent neurologist, Washington will be able to suit up for Monday's matchup against Miami. In the event that Washington can't play Week 15, Jonnu Smith and Pat Freiermuth will stand to benefit slightly from increased target consolidation at the tight end position.

DECEMBER 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Limited Thursday, still in protocol Washington (concussion) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice, Brooke Pryor of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Washington remains in concussion protocol, which he entered after being concussed during this past Sunday's win over the Ravens. In order to clear the protocol and be eligible to suit up Monday against the Dolphins, Washington will need to upgrade to full participation by Saturday and gain clearance from an independent neurologist.

DECEMBER 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Steelers WR DK Metcalf expected to play vs. Dolphins after going to the hospital for abdominal issue

Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver DK Metcalf is expected to play next week against Miami despite a brief hospital visit

DECEMBER 9, 2025 • Associated Press

Their season on the brink, the Steelers did what they always do under Mike Tomlin: Push back

The Pittsburgh Steelers turned down the noise surrounding coach Mike Tomlin's job status with a 27-22 win in Baltimore

DECEMBER 8, 2025 • Associated Press

Late reversal helps Steelers hold on for 27-22 win over Ravens and sole possession of division lead

Aaron Rodgers threw for 284 yards and a touchdown and even ran for TD in perhaps his best game with the Steelers, and Pittsburgh took sole possession of first place in the AFC Nort...

DECEMBER 7, 2025 • Associated Press

Won't return Sunday Washington (concussion) won't return to Sunday's game against the Ravens. Burt Lauten of the Steelers' official site reports.

Impact Washington, who caught his only target in the contest for 12 yards, will thus target a potential return to action Nov. 15 against the Dolphins. Jonnu Smith, Pat Freiermuth and Connor Heyward are left to handle Pittsburgh's TE duties for the remainder of Week 14 action.

DECEMBER 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Leaves Sunday's game Washington is being evaluated for a possible concussion during Sunday's game against the Ravens, Burt Lauten of the Steelers' official site reports.

Impact Before exiting the contest, Washington caught his only target for 12 yards. While he's unavailable, Jonnu Smith, Pat Freiermuth and Connor Heyward are left to handle Pittsburgh's TE duties on Sunday.

DECEMBER 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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DECEMBER 4, 2025 • BALTIMORERAVENS.COM

Records 45 yards Washington recorded two receptions on four targets for 45 yards in Sunday's 26-7 loss to the Bills.

Impact Washington's modest performance was good enough to lead the Steelers in receiving yards, and he finished tied for second on the team in targets. Those thresholds were more indicative of the poor offensive showing for the Steelers, though Washington continues to gain more of a role as a receiver. He has at least four targets in three of his last five games -- logging at least 40 receiving yards in all three -- after hitting that mark only twice in his first eight contests.

DECEMBER 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Racks up 22 yards in loss Washington secured both of his targets for 22 yards during Sunday's 31-28 loss to Chicago.

Impact Washington had just two catches in Sunday's defeat while fellow tight ends Jonnu Smith and Pat Freiermuth each had three receptions. However, Washington led the group in receiving yards and played the most snaps of the trio, as he was on the field for 68 percent of the team's offensive snaps compared to Smith's 49 percent and Freiermuth's 47 percent. Although Washington had some factors that slightly mitigated his disappointing performance, his fantasy upside is limited since he's split work with Smith and Freiermuth for most of the season.

NOVEMBER 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Steelers tight end Darnell Washington isn't your average NFL big guy and has the skills to prove it

Pittsburgh Steelers tight end Darnell Washington is redefining what players his size can do on the football field

NOVEMBER 21, 2025 • Associated Press

With Rodgers' status uncertain, Steelers meet Bears in matchup of division leaders

The Pittsburgh Steelers and Chicago Bears meet in a matchup of division leaders

NOVEMBER 20, 2025 • Associated Press

Darnell Washington Reveals Shocking Admssion Regarding His Weight Steelers' third-year tight end Darnell Washington recently made a shocking admission regarding his actual weight.

NOVEMBER 19, 2025 • SPORTSNETPITTSBURGH.COM

Darnell Washington just revealed his Steelers playing weight (and it's huge) Pittsburgh Steelers fans now know exactly what playing weight Darnell Washington has been playing at this season, and it's enormous.

NOVEMBER 19, 2025 • STILLCURTAIN.COM

Steelers' Darnell Washington reveals his real weight — it's much more than his listed 264 pounds | Sporting News The big fella himself has answered the question.

NOVEMBER 19, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

WATCH: One-man wrecking crew Watch Darnell Washington's stiff-arm against the Bengals

NOVEMBER 17, 2025 • STEELERS.COM

Chad Johnson's 'Fight' Joke at Darnell Washington Sparks Reaction From NFL Fans Football fans had plenty to say after Chad Johnson poked fun at Darnell Washington.

NOVEMBER 17, 2025 • THENEWSTRIBUNE.COM

Steelers' big-bodied star bulldozes Bengals in career-best performance Pittsburgh Steelers tight end Darnell Washington has been underutilized all season, but this week was the breakout fans have been waiting fo...

NOVEMBER 17, 2025 • STILLCURTAIN.COM

Four catches in victory Washington caught four of five targets for 67 yards in Sunday's 34-12 win over the Bengals.

Impact Washington was able to able to match his season high in catches while setting a new season-best 67 yards through the air. The tight end notched the majority of his yardage on a 31-yard catch and run in the second quarter. Washington has now compiled nine catches for 125 yards over the last three weeks. The 300-plus pound tight end will look to keep it rolling in Chicago against the Bears in Week 12.

NOVEMBER 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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