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Steelers extend Darnell Washington's contract amid busy signing period

Steelers Depot • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 4, 2026, 11:31 PM

Last updated Jun 4, 2026

Steelers extend Darnell Washington's contract amid busy signing period

Summary

The Pittsburgh Steelers announced a four-year contract extension for tight end Darnell Washington on June 4, 2026. This move comes as part of a busy week for the team, which also included the signing of linebacker Nick Herbig to a similar four-year deal. Analysts express mixed reactions to the extension of Washington, with some questioning its rationale. The Steelers seem committed to solidifying their roster ahead of the upcoming season.

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Key Details

•Darnell Washington signed a four-year contract extension.
•Nick Herbig also received a four-year deal from the Steelers.
•Colin Cowherd criticized the decision to extend Washington.
•The Steelers are active in bolstering their roster.
•The contract extensions occurred on June 4, 2026.

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11:31 PMSteelers Depot — ‘Drives Me Crazy’: Cowherd Not A Fan Of Steelers Extending Darnell Washington’s Contract - Steelers Depot

What they're saying

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The Pittsburgh Steelers have been busy this week, to say the least. Making a couple of signings Thursday, they also extended Nick Herbig and Darnell Washington, each on four-year deals. But the latter move isn’t one that makes sense to Colin Cowherd. “Omar Kh…
— Steelers Depotby Jake Brockhoff

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