The Pittsburgh Steelers knew what they were getting in Georgia tight end Darnell Washington in the third round of the 2023 NFL Draft, at least from an in-line blocking perspective.
At 6-foot-7, 270 pounds, Washington was a force with his hand in the dirt as an in-line tight end at Georgia, one that served as an extra offensive lineman. So far through his first training camp with the Steelers and his first three preseason games in the Black and Gold, Washington has undoubtedly looked the part as a blocker.
But, it’s been his work in the passing game that has drawn the attention of head coach Mike Tomlin.