The Steelers really backed themselves into a corner at the tight end position. After letting Jesse James walk this offseason, Pittsburgh made very little effort to fill the void through the draft or free agency.
Here’s a rundown of the Steelers tight ends in 2019 and the grade I have given this group:
Vance McDonald
Vance McDonald is the clear-cut, no-questions-asked, number one tight end on the Steelers. With a coveted combination of size and athleticism, Vance excels as both a blocker and pass catcher.
Though injuries have cut short all six of his seasons in the NFL, Vance is a difference maker when healthy.