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Freiermuth focused on Steelers building 'winning' offense as OTAs begin

One player of a skill position was added to the Steelers' offense via last month's NFL Draft.

In a technical sense, at least, but also more in a practical sense than most might be inclined to believe.

Darnell Washington brings a notable skillset as a blocking tight end. With his 6-foot-7, 264-pound frame, why wouldn't he? It was his most prominent role as a player at Georgia and while playing behind college football's best tight end in Brock Bowers over the last two seasons.

But, Pat Freiermuth, Zach Gentry, and Connor Heyward are not just primed to benefit from Washington's services in the running game.