Pittsburgh Steelers tight end Darnell Washington has been quiet early on in the Week 7 game against the Cincinnati Bengals on Thursday night. Here's what's going on with the big tight end.
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A former third-round pick of the Pittsburgh Steelers in 2023, tight end Darnell Washington has begun ascending in recent weeks.
Washington didn't do much over his first two seasons in the NFL, but he has seen his role increase in recent weeks and posted the best game of his career in Week 6 with three catches for 62 yards.
However, Washington has been nowhere to be found early on in the Week 7 game against the Cincinnati Bengals. Here's a closer look at what's up.
Is Darnell Washington playing tonight?
Yes, Washington is active on Thursday night but hasn't been targeted over the first three drives. Instead, the Steelers have been using him mostly as a blocker.
The Steelers have a crowded situation at tight end with Washington, Jonnu Smith and Pat Freiermuth, so there's no guarantee Washington will get going.
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