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Steelers’ Darnell Washington Draws Wild Reaction From Teammate

The Pittsburgh Steelers spent the first two weeks talking about finding more work for their tight ends. Sunday finally provided the kind of evidence that can turn those conversations into something much harder for a coaching staff to ignore.

Published: Monday, 28 September 2026 at 12:46 AM
Steelers’ Darnell Washington Draws Wild Reaction From Teammate
Key Things to Know
  • The Pittsburgh Steelers defeated the Cincinnati Bengals 30-27.
  • Darnell Washington caught a 48-yard pass from Aaron Rodgers late in the fourth quarter.
  • The 48-yard play set up Pittsburgh's go-ahead field goal.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The Pittsburgh Steelers secured a 30-27 victory against the Cincinnati Bengals in an AFC North matchup. Tight end Darnell Washington made a crucial play late in the fourth quarter, catching a pass from quarterback Aaron Rodgers for a 48-yard gain that set up the team's go-ahead field goal.

Washington had recorded only three receptions for 25 yards across the first two games of the season. Head Coach Mike McCarthy had previously emphasized expanding the role of tight ends in the offense alongside their existing blocking responsibilities.

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