Player: TE Darnell Washington
Stock Value: Up
Reasoning: With the Steelers trading George Pickens, TE Darnell Washington could potentially see a bigger role in the offense. Pat Freiermuth will remain the top target for tight ends, but we could see more 12 personnel in passing situations. The Steelers began expanding his menu last year, and perhaps they plan to expand it further in 2025.
The Steelers didn’t draft Darnell Washington to catch 100 balls per season, but they won’t balk at more production out of him. And after trading WR George Pickens, there may be a chance for him to do just that.