Fri Sep 06 22:10:54 UTC 2024: – Pittsburgh Steelers signed tight end Pat Freiermuth to a four-year, $48.4 million extension after negotiating for a long time
– Freiermuth’s new contract makes him the ninth-highest paid tight end in the NFL on an average per year basis
– Players and coaches congratulated Freiermuth on his new contract, with quarterback Russell Wilson praising his work ethic and leadership
– Offensive coordinator Arthur Smith sees Freiermuth as a unique chess piece that can be utilized in different ways on the field
– The Steelers plan to use a lot of 12 and 13 personnel with Freiermuth as their top tight end in upcoming games
Pittsburgh Steelers react to Pat Freiermuth’s extension: ‘Just so happy’
Pittsburgh Steelers react to Pat Freiermuth’s extension: ‘Just so happy’