Darnell Washington Key To Heavy Personnel Roster As Receivers Fall

Pittsburgh Steelers tight end Darnell Washington figures to play an expanded offensive role as injuries ravage the team's receiving depth. Following Week 5 injuries to Roman Wilson and Ben Skowronek, which add to Michael Pittman's ongoing absence on injured reserve, the Steelers are left with minimal healthy wideouts. Consequently, targets are projected to concentrate heavily around tight ends Washington and Pat Freiermuth alongside top option D.K. Metcalf and running back Jaylen Warren.