NFL: The Insiders on Darnell Washington

PodcastThe NFL Report: Bears are firing on ALL Cylinders + Alex Highsmith Joins the Sh...November 4, 2026

From the episode

He's a key player for us, and he's only going to get better. So, you know, he does a lot for us, man. Just, you know, one reason, he's part of the reason, you know, our run game is so successful as well.

Mentioned at 15:24 – 16:52

STACKED’s take

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Washington key to Steelers' run game and red zone threat.

Steelers tight end is a key player for the team; part of reason run game is so successful through his blocking; can be a threat in passing game and red zone; made plays in Browns game; Highsmith notes he's only going to get better; actual weight appears to be around 311 pounds, not the 265 listed on media guide.