While he’s a fan favorite in Pittsburgh with a hearty “Muuuuuuuuth” from the home crowd everytime Pat Freiermuth catches the football, he’s arguably an underrated and overlooked player compared to the AFC. NFL.com’s Cynthia Frelund seems to agree, including Freiermuth on her list of underappreciated players around the AFC.
She notes his cheap rookie contract, the 47th most expensive tight end in the NFL, as one reason why he’s underappreciated.
“When aligned in the slot last season, Freiermuth earned 100 receiving yards over expected and 73 yards after the catch over expected, ranking fourth at the position in both categories, per NGS.