For Pat Freiermuth, Sunday’s win is hopefully one of many Pittsburgh Steelers victories he’ll get to celebrate over the next five years. Inking a four-year extension Friday that tacked onto the final year of his rookie deal, Freiermuth got to reflect on what it means to be a Steeler for the present and future following an 18-10 win over the Atlanta Falcons.
“Yeah, little stress relief,” Freiermuth said via the KDKA postgame show of his mindset after signing the deal. “It was obviously very exciting. I get the long-term extension here in Pittsburgh. Obviously, happening on Friday couldn’t really do much to celebrate, so I’ll be able to celebrate tonight.