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ArticleThe Steelers offense can be great, but they need to lean into what’s workingOctober 7, 2026

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Tight end Darnell Washington is, of course, one of the biggest bullies at his position in the NFL

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Washington's physicality anchors Steelers' emerging under-center bully ball offensive scheme.

Washington is one of the biggest bullies at his position in the NFL and is central to the Steelers' 'bully ball' offensive identity. The source highlights Washington as a key piece of the personnel suite that enables the Steelers' under-center run game and physical blocking scheme, which has been their most productive alignment (6.8 yards per play, 2nd in the league).