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Dawgs By Nature fantasy football takes on Darnell Washington
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NegativeMatchupOct 30, 2026
Steve Heiden expresses lingering concern about Steelers tight end Darnell Washington, noting he had a touchdown catch against the Browns and has scored a touchdown in each of the past two games. Heiden suggests the Browns consider assigning Emmanuel McNeil-Warren to cover Washington at times to test a potential matchup advantage.PositiveInjuryOct 29, 2026
TE Darnell Washington progressed from DNP to Full on Thursday's injury report with rest designation; cleared for full participation ahead of Week 8 matchup against Cleveland.NegativeInjuryOct 28, 2026
Steelers tight end listed as Did Not Practice in Week 8 injury report for rest purposes; status to be monitored heading into Week 8 matchup against Cleveland.NegativeRoleOct 2, 2026
Washington was tackled by LB Carson Schwesinger early in the second quarter. Schwesinger went low and hung on until help arrived, resulting in a one-yard gain instead of Washington running over a bunch of guys.PositiveUsageOct 2, 2026
Washington scored a 21-yard touchdown reception on a perfect pass from Rodgers out of the pocket, putting the Steelers within one score at 21-16. He was also targeted on the two-point conversion attempt (pass jarred free) and the game-tying drive, demonstrating his role as a key red-zone target.PositiveMatchupOct 1, 2026
Darnell Washington is a key target for Pittsburgh's offense; he and Pat Freiermuth combined for 5 catches for 97 yards against Cincinnati. Washington is noted for his ability to make highlight-reel plays and find openings for big catch-and-runs, making him a focal point for Cleveland's defensive game plan. The source emphasizes that safeties need to improve coverage to contain him.