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James Washington on Second Year with Steelers: ‘I Feel like a Different Person’

James Washington is determined to take a leap forward after what was ultimately a disappointing first season in Pittsburgh. And he’s put in the work, both on himself and into a budding relationship with his quarterback, to make sure that happens.

The former Biletnikoff winner totaled just 16 catches for 217 yards and a score as he struggled with the transition to life in the NFL — one that’s easy for few rookies.

“It was hard. I am not going to lie,” Washington told Steelers.com. “There were times I would go home, think to myself ways to get better and not let the team down.