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Darnell Washington's Breakout Season Cut Short

Darnell Washington, the Pittsburgh Steelers tight end, has slimmed down this season, aiming for an ideal weight of 280-285 pounds. He had a breakout game in week eleven, earning NFL Networks Angry Runs finalist spots for his 31-yard catch and run. Teammates and coaches praise his size, speed, and blocking skills. However, he broke his left wrist in week seventeen, undergoing surgery and landing on injured reserve. Despite this setback, Washingtons emergence as a receiving tight end with blocking power has the Steelers excited for his return next season.

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