Pittsburgh Steelers fans expected a big primetime showcase for their tight ends on National Tight Ends Day. Unfortunately, the black and gold fell victim to a breakout performance from the opposing tight end.
Tucker Kraft had seven catches for 143 yards and two scores, not just outpacing every other tight end on position’s holiday, but every other pass catcher across the league on Sunday. The Steelers’ struggles against tight ends weren’t exaggerated heading into the matchup.
But the Green Bay Packers came into the matchup with their own struggles covering the big guys. That didn’t translate, however, as Pittsburgh’s deep tight room was largely kept in check on the night.