Now in a tight-end-friendly offense under offensive coordinator Arthur Smith, things are looking up for the group of players at the position for the Pittsburgh Steelers, particularly fourth-year tight end Pat Freiermuth.
Throughout the offseason, Freiermuth has been highlighted as a likely breakout player in 2024 due to the utilization and opportunities that should be ahead for him this season in Smith’s scheme. There’s a general excitement there when it comes to Freiermuth.
That excitement is there for second-year tight end Darnell Washington, too. He served primarily as a blocking tight end as a rookie and had some success but was largely non-existent in the passing game despite having success in college at Georgia as a receiving option.