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TE Darnell Washington, PIT (2 Viewers)

Boston said:
As far as real football goes this kid should not have fallen to the 3rd round.
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Suffered from the same thing as Roschon. Playing behind a "generational" talent. It obviously means there are more question marks in the profile, but for both I also viewed it as positives as far as commitment/team player/work ethic intangibles are concerned. No crying about playing time or stat compiling. No transferring to try to get more of the spotlight. May never rise to the levels I hope, but they tend to stick around in the league longer, thus getting more opportunities, than a lot of the other "me" players.
 
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Boston said:
As far as real football goes this kid should not have fallen to the 3rd round.
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Suffered from the same thing as Roschon. Playing behind a "generational" talent. It obviously means there are more question marks in the profile, but for both I also viewed it as positives as far as commitment/team player/work ethic intangibles are concerned. No crying about playing time or stat compiling. No transferring to try to get more of the spotlight. May never rise to the levels I hope, but they tend to stick around in the league longer, thus getting more opportunities, than a lot of the other "me" players.
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I get Roschon more because he is a RB and that position has been devalued…as far as Washington goes he is a complete freak and the combo of his size and blocking ability made him a very safe pick…as long as he stays healthy I don’t see a scenario where he would not be worthy of a second round pick.
 
Boston said:
As far as real football goes this kid should not have fallen to the 3rd round.
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I believe there were health concerns... with his knee, specifically.

Whether or not this ever becomes an issue is another matter. But these types of downgrades happen every year. Sometimes with merit, sometimes without.
 
I don't think the impact will be seen in fantasy leagues, but I am hopeful he has some clutch/impactful catches and maybe earns a little more play time. He's got hands, a solid catch radius, and is a huge target for Pickett. It's all building blocks to 2025 when I'd hope they let Freiermuth walk in FA if they are comfortable in what Washington has shown to that point. Not that I'm saying it's likely to happen, but if he shows a lot this season, Steelers could move on from Freiermuth with a $400k dead cap hit against $2 mil in savings.
 
I had a buddy who went to Steelers camp last week and said Washington was looking pretty good out there. Not much on the internet about him this offseason outside of the usually hype for young players.

Arthur Smith was willing to use two TEs last season and I'm thinking Washington might be a deep dynasty TE with some upside this season.
 
Max Power said:
I had a buddy who went to Steelers camp last week and said Washington was looking pretty good out there. Not much on the internet about him this offseason outside of the usually hype for young players.

Arthur Smith was willing to use two TEs last season and I'm thinking Washington might be a deep dynasty TE with some upside this season.
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He’s just an extra offensive lineman.
 
Okay, Arthur Smith got his hands on the TE2 in his offense that is known for his blocking. @Bri will let you know that Arthur loves his multi-positional players that create match-up problems for defenses.

Check this play out. Making the waves. Surprised nobody posted it here. We slippin', fellas.

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Who knows? Jonnu Smith was a usable starter last year. If you're desperate then Darnell is maybe worth an 👀 in your "to watch" list.

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Okay, Arthur Smith got his hands on the TE2 in his offense that is known for his blocking. @Bri will let you know that Arthur loves his multi-positional players that create match-up problems for defenses.

Check this play out. Making the waves. Surprised nobody posted it here. We slippin', fellas.

2-31 this week. Who knows what plans lurk in the Heart of Art?

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Who knows? Jonnu Smith was a usable starter last year. If you're desperate then Darnell is maybe worth an 👀 in your "to watch" list.

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I really think Arthur is such a good match for that franchise.
The fans seemed to absolutely love that play.

It meshes really well with Tomlin too. I didn't see his reaction but no doubt he loved a big fella being rough with defenders and getting down field.

I like how the line blocks better and gets all fired up when one of their dawgs eats. It could be a FB carry or whatever. More coaches should do this. My Titans linemen have been listless since he left. It's just plain fun to watch. Maybe it's Madden related. The current announcers talk technique and ...well how about just linemen fired up smashing people? Give me a bam or wham noise. I enjoy watching that.

Wait til he lines Washington out wide and the announcers say it's a mistake. All the Hines Ward blocking fans will get out of their seats to see him pancake someone and free up Najee.

The fun Arthur wasn't in Atlanta last year. Idk if he pressed or what but gimme 2-3 plays a game that makes you know the coach loves the Oklahoma drill- that's fun
 
Bri said:
Wait til he lines Washington out wide and the announcers say it's a mistake.
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He did line him up out wide for a touchdown reception the other week. It's really the bulk of Washington's work. I just wonder what this looks like come Week 10 or 11. Maybe. It's just worth an antenna to be raised. That's all I'm saying. Not saying to add him now (unless it's dynasty) as he's always going to be more of a blocker. But he's interesting to watch.
 
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The fun Arthur wasn't in Atlanta last year. Idk if he pressed or what but gimme 2-3 plays a game that makes you know the coach loves the Oklahoma drill- that's fun
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I got on you a bit for Arthur in Atlanta. Seems to be much more suited for the Steelers organization, which means you'd better bring your hitting shoes if you want to beat them.
 
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In fantasy, is not Darnell Washington simply a lesser version of Marcedes Lewis or Martellus Bennet? I am a Steelers Homer and watching Washington, I can't see him even getting his game stat line as a fantasy producing tight end to match those two comps for him.

That noted, I am happy he is a Steeler.
 
pghrob said:
In fantasy, is not Darnell Washington simply a lesser version of Marcedes Lewis or Martellus Bennet? I am a Steelers Homer and watching Washington, I can't see him even getting his game stat line as a fantasy producing tight end to match those two comps for him.

That noted, I am happy he is a Steeler.
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Even with that nice catch and leap he still looks lumbering to me.
 
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“Aaron Rodgerscompared third-year tight end Darnell Washington to Marcedes Lewis, his old tight end in Green Bay. In five seasons with Rodgers, Lewis earned a reputation as a versatile threat capable of winning at the line of scrimmage.
Rodgers might've felt a little déjà vu as he watched the team's final two-minute practice drill from the sideline Wednesday. Washington ended practice by turning a pass from rookie Will Howard into a touchdown, rumbling into the end zone from about 20 yards out.”

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Darnell Washington saying Steelers had him split out and isolated backside 3x1. Did that a lot with Freiermuth last year.

Could be a fun wrinkle in some 1v1 matchups.
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Looks like Washington is back on the map. He lost some weight this offseason and is forcing his way into the lineup, mainly due to his blocking, but he's an underrated receiver. Washington had a 91% snap share in their last game.

Tomlin said the increased playing time had a lot to do with Minnesota's 4-3 D, but they play a lot of 4-3 teams. That said, I suspect Washington will be getting the most snaps going forward, regardless of opponent. He's one of the most underused weapons in the NFL, IMO. Washington could be a RZ monster if they gave him a chance. Good luck covering somebody that massive with that kind of athletic ability. A DB is going to have a helluva time stopping Washington if you get him iso'd around the GL.

ARod likes him and that's never a bad thing. There's even some talk about trading Friermuth with Washington's emergence. He might make a nice pickup if you're hurting at the wasteland known as the TE position.
 
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Football Jones said:
Looks like Washington is back on the map. He lost some weight this offseason and is forcing his way into the lineup with his blocking. Washington had a 91% snap share in their last game.

Tomlin said the increased playing time had a lot to do with Minnesota's 4-3 D, but they play a lot of 4-3 teams. That said, I suspect Washington will be getting the most snaps going forward, regardless of opponent. He's one of the most underused weapons in the NFL, IMO. Washington could be a RZ monster if they gave him a chance. Good luck covering somebody that massive with that kind of athletic ability. A DB is going to have a helluva time stopping Washington if you get him iso'd around the GL.

ARod likes him and that's never a bad thing. There's even some talk about trading Friermuth with Washington's emergence. He might make a nice pickup if you're hurting at the wasteland known as the TE position.
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Good note to keep an eye on him, especially in deeper leagues/dynasty where he may be on waivers. Having said that unless Freiermuth is moved I'm not too interested in a 3-headed TE room and trying to figure out week to week who might get the targets and TDs. For Muth owner lets hope he is moved. Now back to washington (if Muth is moved) - he still has to deal with the teachers pet in Jonnu Smith. I don't quite like it but maybe long term.....
 
They have 3 good TE's and haven't been incorporating any of them. I don't get it. I guess they just brought Jonnu in as a decoy or as an extra lineman...which you'd think Darnell could be a helluva lineman. These NFL coaches don't make any sense to me.
 
warpig33 said:
They have 3 good TE's and haven't been incorporating any of them. I don't get it. I guess they just brought Jonnu in as a decoy or as an extra lineman...which you'd think Darnell could be a helluva lineman. These NFL coaches don't make any sense to me.
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Yeah it doesn't make sense. I think Muth is very underrate and undervalued. The signed Muth to a 4-year contract then bring in Jonnu. Arthur Smith can get out of town for all I care when it comes to personnel and usage. I know they are trying to win but it is a reminder not to count anyone in a Smith offense.

I'm actually looking to buy Muth on the cheap in hopes he finds a new home. I feel he is too good to be the 2nd or 3rd TE in that offense.
 
Big Nate said:
Football Jones said:
Looks like Washington is back on the map. He lost some weight this offseason and is forcing his way into the lineup with his blocking. Washington had a 91% snap share in their last game.

Tomlin said the increased playing time had a lot to do with Minnesota's 4-3 D, but they play a lot of 4-3 teams. That said, I suspect Washington will be getting the most snaps going forward, regardless of opponent. He's one of the most underused weapons in the NFL, IMO. Washington could be a RZ monster if they gave him a chance. Good luck covering somebody that massive with that kind of athletic ability. A DB is going to have a helluva time stopping Washington if you get him iso'd around the GL.

ARod likes him and that's never a bad thing. There's even some talk about trading Friermuth with Washington's emergence. He might make a nice pickup if you're hurting at the wasteland known as the TE position.
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Good note to keep an eye on him, especially in deeper leagues/dynasty where he may be on waivers. Having said that unless Freiermuth is moved I'm not too interested in a 3-headed TE room and trying to figure out week to week who might get the targets and TDs. For Muth owner lets hope he is moved. Now back to washington (if Muth is moved) - he still has to deal with the teachers pet in Jonnu Smith. I don't quite like it but maybe long term.....
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You'd think it would be a 3-headed TEBC, but that wasn't the case in their last game with Washington getting over 90%. There seems to be a lot of emphasis on TE blocking in the NFL now. I heard Ross Tucker and Greg Cosell talking about it.

Combine that with Washington's gifts (his combination of size, athletic ability, and hands) and we might have something. I don't believe he'll ever be a target hog, but TDs are where it's at in FF, especially at TE. The Steelers haven't even begun to scratch Washington's RZ ceiling yet. I'm thinking he's definitely worth a shot if you could use a TE.
 
Football Jones said:
Big Nate said:
Football Jones said:
Looks like Washington is back on the map. He lost some weight this offseason and is forcing his way into the lineup with his blocking. Washington had a 91% snap share in their last game.

Tomlin said the increased playing time had a lot to do with Minnesota's 4-3 D, but they play a lot of 4-3 teams. That said, I suspect Washington will be getting the most snaps going forward, regardless of opponent. He's one of the most underused weapons in the NFL, IMO. Washington could be a RZ monster if they gave him a chance. Good luck covering somebody that massive with that kind of athletic ability. A DB is going to have a helluva time stopping Washington if you get him iso'd around the GL.

ARod likes him and that's never a bad thing. There's even some talk about trading Friermuth with Washington's emergence. He might make a nice pickup if you're hurting at the wasteland known as the TE position.
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Good note to keep an eye on him, especially in deeper leagues/dynasty where he may be on waivers. Having said that unless Freiermuth is moved I'm not too interested in a 3-headed TE room and trying to figure out week to week who might get the targets and TDs. For Muth owner lets hope he is moved. Now back to washington (if Muth is moved) - he still has to deal with the teachers pet in Jonnu Smith. I don't quite like it but maybe long term.....
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You'd think it would be a 3-headed TEBC, but that wasn't the case in their last game with Washington getting over 90%. There seems to be a lot of emphasis on TE blocking in the NFL now. I heard Ross Tucker talking about it.

Combine that with Washington's gifts (his combination of size, athletic ability, and hands) and we might have something. I don't believe he'll ever be a target hog, but TDs are where it's at in FF, especially at TE. The Steelers haven't even begun to scratch Washington's RZ ceiling yet. I'm thinking he's definitely worth a shot if you could use a TE.
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I had him in several leagues but when they brought in Jonnu, I dropped him every where. Didn't need a roster clogger. After reading this, I went back and pick him up...he was available in all my leagues! Even the league where we have 90 man active rosters!! :ROFLMAO:
 
warpig33 said:
They have 3 good TE's and haven't been incorporating any of them. I don't get it. I guess they just brought Jonnu in as a decoy or as an extra lineman...which you'd think Darnell could be a helluva lineman. These NFL coaches don't make any sense to me.
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Yeah, I kinda thought Washington was going to be buried when they signed Jonnu, but the NFL never ceases to amaze me, lol.
 
Big Nate said:
warpig33 said:
They have 3 good TE's and haven't been incorporating any of them. I don't get it. I guess they just brought Jonnu in as a decoy or as an extra lineman...which you'd think Darnell could be a helluva lineman. These NFL coaches don't make any sense to me.
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Yeah it doesn't make sense. I think Muth is very underrate and undervalued. The signed Muth to a 4-year contract then bring in Jonnu. Arthur Smith can get out of town for all I care when it comes to personnel and usage. I know they are trying to win but it is a reminder not to count anyone in a Smith offense.

I'm actually looking to buy Muth on the cheap in hopes he finds a new home. I feel he is too good to be the 2nd or 3rd TE in that offense.
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Yeah, on the surface, bringing in Jonnu didn't make any sense (other than Arthur Smith loving his TEs).

Maybe Muth can get lucky and find the right situation.
 
Football Jones said:
Big Nate said:
Football Jones said:
Looks like Washington is back on the map. He lost some weight this offseason and is forcing his way into the lineup with his blocking. Washington had a 91% snap share in their last game.

Tomlin said the increased playing time had a lot to do with Minnesota's 4-3 D, but they play a lot of 4-3 teams. That said, I suspect Washington will be getting the most snaps going forward, regardless of opponent. He's one of the most underused weapons in the NFL, IMO. Washington could be a RZ monster if they gave him a chance. Good luck covering somebody that massive with that kind of athletic ability. A DB is going to have a helluva time stopping Washington if you get him iso'd around the GL.

ARod likes him and that's never a bad thing. There's even some talk about trading Friermuth with Washington's emergence. He might make a nice pickup if you're hurting at the wasteland known as the TE position.
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Good note to keep an eye on him, especially in deeper leagues/dynasty where he may be on waivers. Having said that unless Freiermuth is moved I'm not too interested in a 3-headed TE room and trying to figure out week to week who might get the targets and TDs. For Muth owner lets hope he is moved. Now back to washington (if Muth is moved) - he still has to deal with the teachers pet in Jonnu Smith. I don't quite like it but maybe long term.....
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You'd think it would be a 3-headed TEBC, but that wasn't the case in their last game with Washington getting over 90%. There seems to be a lot of emphasis on TE blocking in the NFL now. I heard Ross Tucker and Greg Cosell talking about it.

Combine that with Washington's gifts (his combination of size, athletic ability, and hands) and we might have something. I don't believe he'll ever be a target hog, but TDs are where it's at in FF, especially at TE. The Steelers haven't even begun to scratch Washington's RZ ceiling yet. I'm thinking he's definitely worth a shot if you could use a TE.
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They definitely like Washington for blocking - the guy is massive. They could run a lot of 2 TE sets and that could keep Washington on the field. I'm just being very cautious that he will be useable in fantasy and get enough targets weekly to be worth starting.

I'll keep my eye on him for sure but most leagues don't get points for snap count/share or blocking. He is young so that is a positive but I still think he needs work in the passing game.
 
Big Nate said:
Football Jones said:
Big Nate said:
Football Jones said:
Looks like Washington is back on the map. He lost some weight this offseason and is forcing his way into the lineup with his blocking. Washington had a 91% snap share in their last game.

Tomlin said the increased playing time had a lot to do with Minnesota's 4-3 D, but they play a lot of 4-3 teams. That said, I suspect Washington will be getting the most snaps going forward, regardless of opponent. He's one of the most underused weapons in the NFL, IMO. Washington could be a RZ monster if they gave him a chance. Good luck covering somebody that massive with that kind of athletic ability. A DB is going to have a helluva time stopping Washington if you get him iso'd around the GL.

ARod likes him and that's never a bad thing. There's even some talk about trading Friermuth with Washington's emergence. He might make a nice pickup if you're hurting at the wasteland known as the TE position.
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Good note to keep an eye on him, especially in deeper leagues/dynasty where he may be on waivers. Having said that unless Freiermuth is moved I'm not too interested in a 3-headed TE room and trying to figure out week to week who might get the targets and TDs. For Muth owner lets hope he is moved. Now back to washington (if Muth is moved) - he still has to deal with the teachers pet in Jonnu Smith. I don't quite like it but maybe long term.....
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You'd think it would be a 3-headed TEBC, but that wasn't the case in their last game with Washington getting over 90%. There seems to be a lot of emphasis on TE blocking in the NFL now. I heard Ross Tucker and Greg Cosell talking about it.

Combine that with Washington's gifts (his combination of size, athletic ability, and hands) and we might have something. I don't believe he'll ever be a target hog, but TDs are where it's at in FF, especially at TE. The Steelers haven't even begun to scratch Washington's RZ ceiling yet. I'm thinking he's definitely worth a shot if you could use a TE.
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They definitely like Washington for blocking - the guy is massive. They could run a lot of 2 TE sets and that could keep Washington on the field. I'm just being very cautious that he will be useable in fantasy and get enough targets weekly to be worth starting.

I'll keep my eye on him for sure but most leagues don't get points for snap count/share or blocking. He is young so that is a positive but I still think he needs work in the passing game.
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Washington does have great hands. Like I said, I don't think he's going to catch a ton of balls, but I suspect they'll start using him more in the passing game. That said, I'm rostering Washington because of his TD upside. It's worth a look for a few weeks or so to see what happens, IMO.
 
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The big guy had a decent game. 3 for 62 on 5 targets and ARod missed him on one of those for at least 20 yards.

Still massively underused as far as a receiving weapon, Washington showed why he deserves the playing time (80% snap share). He's also one of the better RAC TEs in the league. Washington is difficult to get on the ground, has surprising speed, and is shockingly agile for his size.
 
Football Jones said:
The big guy had a decent game. 3 for 62 on 5 targets and ARod missed him on one of those for at least 20 yards.

Still massively underused as far as a receiving weapon, Washington at least showed why he deserves the playing time (80% snap share). He's also one of the better RAC TEs in the league. Washington is difficult to get on the ground, has surprising speed, and is shockingly agile for his size.
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The reason he's on the field at an 80% clip is because he's a 3rd tackle. Honestly he could switch to tackle if he wanted to. He doesn't earn playing time for his receivering. Pretty sure all his targets were off of play action or some other gimmick type of play.

He's a great real life football player especially in this offense. Not sure about fantasy tho.
 
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Washington does have great hands. Like I said, I don't think he's going to catch a ton of balls, but I suspect they'll start using him more in the passing game.
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Plus, Rodgers hasn't shut up about him from basically the moment he landed in Latrobe. He seemingly is in love with the guy.

He's gotten more PT due to blocking, but he's maximizing his looks as a receiver as a by-product.

The playaction to Washington from the heavy set yesterday was perfection. Fully expect that's going to continue to get rolled out even more in the RZ going forward. May not get a ton of them, but it feels like there are probably TDs coming.
 
cdclopper said:
Football Jones said:
The big guy had a decent game. 3 for 62 on 5 targets and ARod missed him on one of those for at least 20 yards.

Still massively underused as far as a receiving weapon, Washington at least showed why he deserves the playing time (80% snap share). He's also one of the better RAC TEs in the league. Washington is difficult to get on the ground, has surprising speed, and is shockingly agile for his size.
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The reason he's on the field at an 80% clip is because he's a 3rd tackle. Honestly he could switch to tackle if he wanted to. He doesn't earn playing time for his receivering. Pretty sure all his targets were off of play action or some other gimmick type of play.

He's a great real life football player especially in this offense. Not sure about fantasy tho.
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Washington is much more than a 3rd tackle. 3rd-tackle TEs don't get an 80% snap share. That said, I agree that used to be his MO. The Steelers run a lot of 12 personnel, but he's essentially taken Friermuth's snaps (who's had a 28% and 36% snap share their last 2 games).

It's possible Washington's snaps will go down depending on opponent, but I wouldn't count on that at this point. This has been a long time coming for a lot of FFers who have wondered why Washington hasn't gotten more playing time given his ability. If I had to guess, ARod is at least partly responsible for getting him more snaps. It doesn't take a rocket scientist to determine Washington has a valuable skill set.

Anyway, he earned his roster spot this week and still hasn't scratched the surface as far as a RZ weapon. We might have found a legit FF TE amongst the wasteland at the position. Washington is definitely worth a stash at the very least.
 
5-ish Finkle said:
Football Jones said:
Washington does have great hands. Like I said, I don't think he's going to catch a ton of balls, but I suspect they'll start using him more in the passing game.
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Plus, Rodgers hasn't shut up about him from basically the moment he landed in Latrobe. He seemingly is in love with the guy.

He's gotten more PT due to blocking, but he's maximizing his looks as a receiver as a by-product.

The playaction to Washington from the heavy set yesterday was perfection. Fully expect that's going to continue to get rolled out even more in the RZ going forward. May not get a ton of them, but it feels like there are probably TDs coming.
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Yeah, ARod is partly (maybe mostly) responsible for his emergence. Don't get me started on Arthur Smith...

The bottom line is while Washington is a great blocker, he's also a very good receiver.
 
Is he the future TE for Pitt? I have Jonnu as my TE3 in a FFPC league and Washington is available. Time to make the switch?
 
Football Jones said:
cdclopper said:
Football Jones said:
The big guy had a decent game. 3 for 62 on 5 targets and ARod missed him on one of those for at least 20 yards.

Still massively underused as far as a receiving weapon, Washington at least showed why he deserves the playing time (80% snap share). He's also one of the better RAC TEs in the league. Washington is difficult to get on the ground, has surprising speed, and is shockingly agile for his size.
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The reason he's on the field at an 80% clip is because he's a 3rd tackle. Honestly he could switch to tackle if he wanted to. He doesn't earn playing time for his receivering. Pretty sure all his targets were off of play action or some other gimmick type of play.

He's a great real life football player especially in this offense. Not sure about fantasy tho.
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Washington is much more than a 3rd tackle. 3rd-tackle TEs don't get an 80% snap share. That said, I agree that used to be his MO. The Steelers run a lot of 12 personnel, but he's essentially taken Friermuth's snaps (who's had a 28% and 36% snap share their last 2 games).

It's possible Washington's snaps will go down depending on opponent, but I wouldn't count on that at this point. This has been a long time coming for a lot of FFers who have wondered why Washington hasn't gotten more playing time given his ability. If I had to guess, ARod is at least partly responsible for getting him more snaps. It doesn't take a rocket scientist to determine Washington has a valuable skill set.

Anyway, he earned his roster spot this week and still hasn't scratched the surface as far as a RZ weapon. We might have found a legit FF TE amongst the wasteland at the position. Washington is definitely worth a stash at the very least.
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Are you telling me he's a better receiver than Friermuth?
 
cdclopper said:
Football Jones said:
cdclopper said:
Football Jones said:
The big guy had a decent game. 3 for 62 on 5 targets and ARod missed him on one of those for at least 20 yards.

Still massively underused as far as a receiving weapon, Washington at least showed why he deserves the playing time (80% snap share). He's also one of the better RAC TEs in the league. Washington is difficult to get on the ground, has surprising speed, and is shockingly agile for his size.
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The reason he's on the field at an 80% clip is because he's a 3rd tackle. Honestly he could switch to tackle if he wanted to. He doesn't earn playing time for his receivering. Pretty sure all his targets were off of play action or some other gimmick type of play.

He's a great real life football player especially in this offense. Not sure about fantasy tho.
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Washington is much more than a 3rd tackle. 3rd-tackle TEs don't get an 80% snap share. That said, I agree that used to be his MO. The Steelers run a lot of 12 personnel, but he's essentially taken Friermuth's snaps (who's had a 28% and 36% snap share their last 2 games).

It's possible Washington's snaps will go down depending on opponent, but I wouldn't count on that at this point. This has been a long time coming for a lot of FFers who have wondered why Washington hasn't gotten more playing time given his ability. If I had to guess, ARod is at least partly responsible for getting him more snaps. It doesn't take a rocket scientist to determine Washington has a valuable skill set.

Anyway, he earned his roster spot this week and still hasn't scratched the surface as far as a RZ weapon. We might have found a legit FF TE amongst the wasteland at the position. Washington is definitely worth a stash at the very least.
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Are you telling me he's a better receiver than Friermuth?
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I'm telling you Washington is a better player than Friermuth.

We can match up receiving skills if you want. Washington has better RAC ability. Friermuth runs better routes. I don't know who has better hands, but the baseball gloves Washington calls his hands are outstanding. It depends on what skills you value most. You also have a potential RZ monster in Washington, but we'll have to see if that gets developed.

The Steelers probably regret giving Friermuth that contract given Washington's emergence. There's rumblings of Friermuth being traded since he looks to be TE3 right now. It'll be interesting to see how it all shakes out.
 
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Born to Run said:
Football Jones said:
Born to Run said:
Is he the future TE for Pitt? I have Jonnu as my TE3 in a FFPC league and Washington is available. Time to make the switch?
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I prefer Washington in dynasty due to his upside, but it's hard to say in redraft.
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Just checked the FBGs dynasty rankings and they have him at TE67 with the likes of Tanner Hudson and Josh Oliver (yuck!). Might just wait another week or two.
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I'm assuming that will get updated soon. That said, not everybody likes Washington and looks at him strictly as a blocker.

I don't know if Washington will ever be a top FF TE, but he's got enough upside that I'm using a roster spot to find out (at least for now).
 
AJ Barner has taken a similar path. Considered to be mostly a blocker coming out of college, his receiving skills are now being utilized. Washington had good receiving credentials in college, though.

There seems to be a lot of emphasis on blocking at the TE position in the NFL these days. Ross Tucker and Greg Cosell were talking about it awhile back. It's something the F-type TEs like Bowers might have to deal with. The in-line Y TEs seem to have an advantage right now, but I'm not saying receiving TEs can't feast in the right situation.

Rookie Oronde Gadsden is an F-type TE and had a 75% snap share this week even though Dissly came back. I'm assuming he must be doing ok as a blocker, though, or he wouldn't be getting that kind of playing time under Harbaugh.
 
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