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the Steelers extended tight end Darnell Washington on a four-year $42 million deal

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Washington extended on four-year, $42M deal with Steelers this offseason.

Tight end Darnell Washington, a 2023 draft-class member, received a four-year, $42 million contract extension from the Steelers this offseason, ahead of cornerback Joey Porter Jr.'s extension.

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Washington signed extension; Porter Jr. remains unsigned among 2023 draft class.

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Washington is the best run blocker at tight end; key to run game upside.

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Washington's elite run-blocking prowess supports top-10 rushing offense projection.

Behind the Steel Curtain

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Washington received a lucrative extension for a lesser role, setting precedent for Porter Jr.

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Monitor for upside in run-heavy script; typically outsnaps Freiermuth.

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Washington ranked TE33 for Week 1.

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