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Steelers HC Explains What's Happening With Pat Freiermuth After tight end Pat Freiermuth played just 21 snaps against the Minnesota Vikings in Week 4, Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin laid...

OCTOBER 8 • SI.COM

Steelers Coach Explains Pat Freiermuth's Lack Of Playing Time Pittsburgh Steelers coach Mike Tomlin explained why Pat Freiermuth hasn't gotten much playing time or targets to begin the season.

OCTOBER 8 • SPORTSNETPITTSBURGH.COM

The Steelers spent the offseason building depth. It's given them a boost during their 3-1 start

The Pittsburgh Steelers have relied on plenty of new faces while getting off to a 3-1 start

OCTOBER 2 • Associated Press

No catches in Week 4 Freiermuth wasn't targeted during Sunday's 24-21 win over Minnesota.

Impact After playing at least 50 percent of the Steelers' offensive snaps in the first three games of the season, Freiermuth's playing time declined overseas Sunday, as he was on the field for just 28 percent of the team's offensive snaps. Jonnu Smith also saw a limited role after dealing with a hip injury ahead of the Week 4 tilt, while Darnell Washington was on the field for a season-high 91 percent of Pittsburgh's offensive snaps. Even if Freiermuth's playing time bounces back following the Steelers' Week 5 bye, he's had trouble carving out a fantasy-relevant role early in the season.

SEPTEMBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

Joe Starkey's mailbag: Why is Steelers tight end Pat Freiermuth playing less than ever? Welcome to Joe Starkey’s mailbag, where the Post-Gazette columnist and 93.7 The Fan radio host answers your questions about sports, life, La...

SEPTEMBER 23 • POST-GAZETTE.COM

Limited to one reception Freiermuth secured one of three targets for six yards during Sunday's 21-14 win over the Patriots.

Impact Freiermuth recorded three receptions in each of the first two weeks of the regular season, but he was held in check during Sunday's victory. However, he played 70 percent of the team's offensive snaps, which lagged just behind Jonnu Smith, who was on the field for 83 percent. Over the first three games of the year, Freiermuth has secured seven of 10 targets for 65 yards.

SEPTEMBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

Steelers, Aaron Rodgers look to change recent losing history at Patriots

The Pittsburgh Steelers have struggled in New England since 2002, winning only once there in seven games

SEPTEMBER 18 • Associated Press

The Pittsburgh Steelers' defense wants to smash the run. It's getting smashed instead

The Pittsburgh Steelers' defense has been struggling to stop the run, a problem highlighted in their 31-17 loss to Seattle

SEPTEMBER 15 • Associated Press

Another three catches Freiermuth recorded three catches on four targets for 31 yards in Sunday's 31-17 loss to the Seahawks.

Impact Freiermuth continues to split pass-catching duties at tight end with Jonnu Smith, though the duo is being utilized in different ways. Freiermuth drew a pair of downfield targets in Sunday's loss, and he managed to convert one for a 20-yard gain, while Smith was targeted more close to the line of scrimmage. Freiermuth also had a chance to score his first touchdown of the season, though teammate Calvin Austin inadvertently broke up the pass, resulting in an interception.

SEPTEMBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Another three catches Freiermuth recorded three catches on four targets for 31 yards in Sunday's 31-17 loss to the Seahawks.

Impact Freiermuth continues to split pass-catching duties at tight end with Jonnu Smith, though the duo are being utilized in different ways. Freiermuth drew a pair of downfield targets in Sunday's loss, and he managed to convert one for a 20-yard gain, while Smith is targeted more closely to the line of scrimmage. Freiermuth also had a chance to score his first touchdown of the season, though teammate Calvin Austin inadvertently broke up the pass, resulting in an interception.

SEPTEMBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Jackson throws 4 TD passes, and the Ravens close strong in a 41-17 victory over the Browns

Lamar Jackson threw four touchdown passes and Baltimore’s defense harrassed Joe Flacco throughout his return to Charm City as the Ravens dispatched the Cleveland Browns 41-17

SEPTEMBER 14 • Associated Press

Seahawks' George Holani turns the Steelers' blunder on a kickoff into a TD as Seattle wins 31-17

George Holani pounced on a live ball in the end zone for an improbable touchdown, and the Seattle Seahawks took advantage of sloppy play by the Pittsburgh Steelers to pull off a 31...

SEPTEMBER 14 • Associated Press

Tallies three receptions in victory Freiermuth secured all three of his targets for 28 yards during Sunday's 34-32 win over the Jets.

Impact Freiermuth led the Steelers' tight ends in snap count over his first four seasons in the league, but he has increased competition for playing time in 2025 after the team acquired Jonnu Smith from the Dolphins. Smith was on the field for 66 percent of the Steelers' offensive snaps in Week 1 compared to 50 percent for Freiermuth, and Smith also outpaced Freiermuth in targets (six) and receptions (five) while reaching the end zone once. However, Freiermuth was slightly more efficient from a yardage standpoint, averaging 9.3 yards per reception compared to 3.0 for Smith. While Freiermuth will likely continue to have a role in the Steelers' offense in 2025, his fantasy upside will presumably be more limited than it has been in previous seasons as long as Smith remains healthy.

SEPTEMBER 8 • ROTOWIRE

Aaron Rodgers brushes off revenge narrative ahead of Steelers' season opener against Jets

New Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers says he's happy to be playing football this weekend

SEPTEMBER 3 • Associated Press

Steelers TE Pat Freiermuth starts foundation to aid teachers Surrounded by educators growing up, Pat Freiermuth found a way to give back to those in the profession. A fifth-year Pittsburgh Steelers tig...

SEPTEMBER 3 • TRIBLIVE.COM

Steelers sign running back Jaylen Warren, a former undrafted rookie, to a 3-year extension

Running back Jaylen Warren has signed a three-year contract extension with the Pittsburgh Steelers, solidifying his status as a key player

SEPTEMBER 1 • Associated Press

Catches two passes Freiermuth caught both of his targets for six yards in Thursday's 19-10 preseason win over Carolina.

Impact With Jonnu Smith still sidelined by a knee injury that the Steelers consider minor, Freiermuth didn't have much competition for first-team TE snaps on the first three drives. He suited up along with most other starters, although QB Aaron Rodgers and WR DK Metcalf were held out ahead of a Week 1 matchup with the Jets. The fantasy outlook for Freiermuth was more promising before Pittsburgh traded for Smith this summer, but Freiermuth may still get most of the work in clear passing situations.

AUGUST 22 • ROTOWIRE

Rodgers, Heyward, Watt and Metcalf will sit out the Steelers' preseason finale

Aaron Rodgers' first official snaps with the Pittsburgh Steelers will have to wait until Week 1

AUGUST 19 • Associated Press

Steelers joint practice report: Offense starts fast but fizzles late against Buccaneers Pat Freiermuth was happy to bring to light the Steelers’ starting offense dominating their visitors from Tampa Bay in Thursday’s joint pract...

AUGUST 14 • POST-GAZETTE.COM

Aaron Rodgers, T.J. Watt, and most other Steelers stars will skip preseason meeting with Tampa Bay

Mike Tomlin has decided not to play Aaron Rodgers in Pittsburgh's preseason game against Tampa Bay

AUGUST 14 • Associated Press

WATCH: In–game Interview with Freiermuth Missi Matthew catches up with TE Pat Freiermuth for an in-game interview

AUGUST 10 • STEELERS.COM

WATCH: Freiermuth, Slay Media Availability (Aug. 1) Pat Freiermuth and Darius Slay talk to the media following Friday Night Lights

AUGUST 2 • STEELERS.COM

Steelers TE contract now looks like a total bargain after Cowboys deal The latest big tight end contract extension in the NFL is making the Pittsburgh Steelers' deal for Pat Freiermuth look genius.

JULY 30 • STILLCURTAIN.COM

2025 Fantasy Football Late-Round TEs to Target Include Kyle Pitts, Pat Freiermuth Tight ends Kyle Pitts and Pat Freiermuth are two tight ends managers should keep an eye on in the later rounds of fantasy football drafts th...

JULY 15 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Eagles Should Target Steelers Tight End After Blockbuster Trade The Philadelphia Eagles should look to trade for Pat Freiermuth with the Pittsburgh Steelers adding Jonnu Smith.

JULY 1 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

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