Darnell Washington Making Impact for the Pittsburgh Steelers

Darnell Washington, the young tight end for the Pittsburgh Steelers, is gradually making his presence felt in the NFL. Drafted in the 2023 NFL Draft, Washington has been contributing to the Steelers’ offense in his second season.

At 6’7″ and 264 lbs, Washington brings a significant physical presence to the field. Born on August 17, 2001, in Las Vegas, Nevada, he played college football at the University of Georgia before entering the professional league. Through the first five games of the 2024 regular season, Washington has recorded 5 receptions on 6 targets, accumulating 46 yards with an average of 9.2 yards per catch and scoring one touchdown.

In recent games, Washington has shown his potential, including a notable play in a recent practice where he gained 15 yards on a play-action pass from the quarterback, helping the Steelers advance to midfield.

Despite the Steelers’ mixed start to the season, Washington’s performance is a positive note for the team. His development is crucial as the Steelers navigate through the challenges of the current season, including the recent loss to the Dallas Cowboys and the ongoing recovery of key players like edge rusher Alex Highsmith from injuries).