The Pittsburgh Steelers selected Georgia tight end Darnell Washington with the 93rd pick in the 2023 NFL Draft. Despite Washington’s injury history, the Steelers have high hopes for the massive TE (NFL.com). However, Georgia football tight end Darnell Washington fell out of the second round in the NFL Draft due to injury concerns (Sports Illustrated). Before the draft, there was optimism that Washington could find his way into the first round (Sports Illustrated).
Washington clarified that he feels great and his knee is not injured, relieving concerns about his health (Steelers Wire). Standing at 6-foot-7, Washington is a dominant tight end (Steeler Nation). He is among the best prospects available in the third round after the Lions selected Hendon Hooker (CBS Sports).
Washington’s fall in the draft was surprising. As Day 2 of the NFL draft ended, the biggest name that fell was Georgia’s Darnell Washington (Sports Illustrated). However, the Steelers were happy to select him with their third-round pick (WTAE).
Many are wondering why Washington fell in the draft. Pros and Cons of Steelers taking Georgia football’s Darnell Washington in 2023 NFL Draft weigh the decision to select him, despite his injury history (Online Athens). Washington’s knee injury may be the reason he fell, but the Steelers are optimistic about his future with the team (Pittsburgh Steelers).
Washington’s teammate, cornerback Kelee Ringo, also fell out of the second round in the draft (Online Athens). The Georgia Bulldogs had high hopes for both players but were disappointed when they were not selected earlier in the draft.
Overall, the Steelers have added a dominant tight end to their roster with an eye on a bright future (Behind the Steel Curtain). With high hopes for Washington, the team is eager to see how he will perform in the upcoming football season.
