With another touchdown yesterday, TE Darnell Washington is trying to continue reminding the Steelers he can catch the ball, too. Having acquired Jonnu Smith to pair with Pat Freiermuth, it’s hard to see much opportunity for him to do so. It has always been opportunity, though, that has prevented him from having a bigger role, Washington says.
Speaking to reporters yesterday, via the team’s website, Washington admitted his receiving ability was “the biggest question” about his game. “Not even just last season, but coming out of the draft. Everybody was just like, ‘Oh, he’s a blocking tight end.