Steelers optimistic Pat Freiermuth will play against Buccaneers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 18, 2026, 12:40 PM
Last updated Oct 18, 2026
The Pittsburgh Steelers are hopeful that tight end Pat Freiermuth will be available for their upcoming game against the Buccaneers. Freiermuth was added to the injury report due to a calf issue suffered during practice. He has made significant contributions this season with 19 receptions and four touchdowns. If he can't play, Darnell Washington will take over as the starting tight end. Additionally, wide receiver DK Metcalf has been removed from the injury report.
- •Freiermuth sustained a calf injury during practice on Saturday.
- •He has 19 receptions and four touchdowns in five games this season.
- •If Freiermuth is unavailable, Darnell Washington will start.
- •DK Metcalf is no longer on the injury report.
- 12:40 PMYahoo Sports — Steelers get positive injury update on Pat Freiermuth
"The Steelers are hopeful that tight end Pat Freiermuth will play versus the Buccaneers despite a calf injury suffered on Saturday.
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