Sports News Report
League: NFLSport: FootballCountry: United StatesCategory: Trades

Mike McCarthy expected to help Pat Freiermuth redeem himself in 2026

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 21, 2026, 4:25 PM

Last updated Jun 21, 2026

Mike McCarthy expected to help Pat Freiermuth redeem himself in 2026
Summary

Pat Freiermuth of the Pittsburgh Steelers is looking to bounce back in the 2026 NFL season after a disappointing performance in 2025. He participated in only 51 percent of offensive snaps last year, logging 41 receptions, his lowest in a season with at least 16 games. The Steelers hired Mike McCarthy, known for effectively using tight ends, to boost Freiermuth's target share and overall performance. With a contract extension solidifying his role, Freiermuth aims to return to form, leveraging his past successes in target share and efficiency.

Source Links
Yahoo Sports
Key Details
  • •Freiermuth logged a career-low 41 catches in 2025.
  • •He signed a four-year, $48.4 million contract extension.
  • •McCarthy previously maximized tight end production in Dallas.
  • •Freiermuth is expected to take on a larger role in 2026.
  • •He ranked eighth in catch rate over expected among tight ends in 2025.
Latest Updates
  • 4:25 PMYahoo Sports — Mike McCarthy is exactly who Pat Freiermuth needed
What they're saying
"

Mike McCarthy is exactly who Pat Freiermuth needed to help him bounce back

Related Teams & Leagues
Cincinnati BengalsDallas CowboysPittsburgh SteelersNFLFootball

Sources

External links

Original reporting and copyright belong to the linked sources. SportsNewsReport.com aggregates and links — it does not republish full articles.

Related Stories

Last 14 days