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Pittsburgh Steelers

2024 Stock Watch - TE MyCole Pruitt

The Steelers signed veteran TE MyCole Pruitt in a one-year deal to compete in the tight end room.

Pruitt, known for blocking, has limited receptions but high touchdowns, being valued more for his specific role in the offense. [ more ]

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Pittsburgh Steelers

Steelers sign veteran TE MyCole Pruitt

The Steelers have signed tight end MyCole Pruitt for veteran depth.

Pruitt's familiarity with Steelers' OC Arthur Smith from previous teams makes him a valuable addition. [ more ]

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Pittsburgh Steelers

Fowler: Steelers Signing TE MyCole Pruitt

MyCole Pruitt signed a one-year deal with the Pittsburgh Steelers.

Pruitt reunites with Steelers OC Arthur Smith, continuing their work relationship. [ more ]

Steelers Wire

Pittsburgh Steelers

Steelers OC Arthur Smith chats up TE Brock Bowers at Georgia Pro Day

Pittsburgh Steelers personnel present at UGA Pro Day

Interest in tight end Brock Bowers by Pittsburgh Steelers [ more ]

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Pittsburgh Steelers

Omar Khan Dispels Notion That TE Darnell Washington Should Move To Tackle

Darnell Washington selected by Pittsburgh Steelers as TE in 2023 NFL Draft.

Speculation on moving Washington to tackle was dismissed by team officials. [ more ]

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2 weeks ago

Pittsburgh Steelers

Steelers sign former Chiefs tight end following tryout

Pittsburgh Steelers signed former Chiefs player Izaiah Gathings as a tight end following a tryout.

Pittsburgh Steelers have been adding former Kansas City Chiefs offensive players, increasing their roster depth. [ more ]

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Pittsburgh Steelers

2024 Stock Watch - TE MyCole Pruitt

The Steelers signed veteran TE MyCole Pruitt in a one-year deal to compete in the tight end room.

Pruitt, known for blocking, has limited receptions but high touchdowns, being valued more for his specific role in the offense. [ more ]

Steelers Wire

Pittsburgh Steelers

Steelers sign veteran TE MyCole Pruitt

The Steelers have signed tight end MyCole Pruitt for veteran depth.

Pruitt's familiarity with Steelers' OC Arthur Smith from previous teams makes him a valuable addition. [ more ]

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Pittsburgh Steelers

Fowler: Steelers Signing TE MyCole Pruitt

MyCole Pruitt signed a one-year deal with the Pittsburgh Steelers.

Pruitt reunites with Steelers OC Arthur Smith, continuing their work relationship. [ more ]

Steelers Wire

Pittsburgh Steelers

Steelers OC Arthur Smith chats up TE Brock Bowers at Georgia Pro Day

Pittsburgh Steelers personnel present at UGA Pro Day

Interest in tight end Brock Bowers by Pittsburgh Steelers [ more ]

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Pittsburgh Steelers

Omar Khan Dispels Notion That TE Darnell Washington Should Move To Tackle

Darnell Washington selected by Pittsburgh Steelers as TE in 2023 NFL Draft.

Speculation on moving Washington to tackle was dismissed by team officials. [ more ]

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Fort Worth Star-Telegram

Dallas Cowboys

Why did Cowboys give $245,000 guaranteed to an undrafted rookie at non-need position?

The Dallas Cowboys targeted undrafted rookie free agents to address team needs after the NFL Draft. [ more ]

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San Francisco 49ers

49ers' depth chart: Where new rookies fit into the mix behind top-level stars

Purdy's record season alleviates backup concerns. Mitchell and Guerendo could be key in the RB position. Aiyuk/Samuel retained due to budget, potential reshuffle with Pearsall. Kittle's consistency often overlooks No.2 TE hunt. [ more ]

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The Washington Commanders Select Ben Sinnott, TE, Kansas State in the Second Round of 2024 NFL Draft

Washington Commanders draft Kansas State TE Ben Sinnott to address the need for starting talent at the tight end position. [ more ]

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San Francisco 49ers

Lions match 49ers' Brock Wright offer sheet, keep tight end

The Detroit Lions matched the 49ers' offer sheet for tight end Brock Wright, leaving the 49ers still searching for a backup tight end.

The 49ers may consider using one of their 10 draft picks to bolster the tight end position if they do not secure a veteran before the draft. [ more ]

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Pittsburgh Steelers

2024 NFL Draft TE Prospects: PFF Grades, Big Board Ranks

Brock Bowers is a top TE prospect with impressive stats and grades from Georgia.

Ja'Tavion Sanders and Erick All are other notable TE prospects in the upcoming draft with varying performances. [ more ]

NBC Sports Bay Area & California

San Francisco 49ers

Ex-49ers TE Woerner agrees to three-year Falcons contract

Charlie Woerner signs a 3-year, $12 million contract with Atlanta Falcons as TE2.

Woerner played four seasons with the 49ers, emerging as a solid backup to George Kittle. [ more ]

Fort Worth Star-Telegram

Dallas Cowboys

Why did Cowboys give $245,000 guaranteed to an undrafted rookie at non-need position?

The Dallas Cowboys targeted undrafted rookie free agents to address team needs after the NFL Draft. [ more ]

www.mercurynews.com

San Francisco 49ers

49ers' depth chart: Where new rookies fit into the mix behind top-level stars

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The Washington Commanders Select Ben Sinnott, TE, Kansas State in the Second Round of 2024 NFL Draft

Washington Commanders draft Kansas State TE Ben Sinnott to address the need for starting talent at the tight end position. [ more ]

NBC Sports Bay Area & California

San Francisco 49ers

Lions match 49ers' Brock Wright offer sheet, keep tight end

The Detroit Lions matched the 49ers' offer sheet for tight end Brock Wright, leaving the 49ers still searching for a backup tight end.

The 49ers may consider using one of their 10 draft picks to bolster the tight end position if they do not secure a veteran before the draft. [ more ]

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Pittsburgh Steelers

2024 NFL Draft TE Prospects: PFF Grades, Big Board Ranks

Brock Bowers is a top TE prospect with impressive stats and grades from Georgia.

Ja'Tavion Sanders and Erick All are other notable TE prospects in the upcoming draft with varying performances. [ more ]

NBC Sports Bay Area & California

San Francisco 49ers

Ex-49ers TE Woerner agrees to three-year Falcons contract

Charlie Woerner signs a 3-year, $12 million contract with Atlanta Falcons as TE2.

Woerner played four seasons with the 49ers, emerging as a solid backup to George Kittle. [ more ]

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San Francisco 49ers

49ers sign TE Eric Saubert to a one-year deal, announce RB Patrick Taylor signing

Eric Saubert signed a one-year deal with the San Francisco 49ers, bringing experience from various NFL teams.

Patrick Taylor Jr. also signed a one-year deal with the 49ers, adding depth to the running back position. [ more ]

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San Francisco 49ers

The latest on 49ers' offer to Lions restricted free-agent TE Brock Wright

The San Francisco 49ers made a significant offer to Detroit Lions tight end Brock Wright.

The 49ers signed Wright to a three-year, $12 million offer with $6 million guaranteed.

The 49ers' move indicates confidence that the Lions will not match the offer, securing Wright for their team. [ more ]

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New England Patriots

Patriots free agency signing Austin Hooper has experience in the Alex Van Pelt offense

The New England Patriots made moves in their tight end group, losing members Mike Gesicki and Pharaoh Brown while adding Austin Hooper on a one-year contract.

Hooper brings experience and a connection to the Patriots' offensive coordinator, Alex Van Pelt, potentially improving the team's tight end depth. [ more ]

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New York Giants

Giants sign veteran Chris Manhertz to bolster tight end depth

Chris Manhertz, a Bronx native and former basketball player, signed a veteran minimum deal with the Giants.

Manhertz, a blocking tight end, has been consistently durable, playing over 15 games in the past seven seasons. [ more ]

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New England Patriots

Instant grade for the Patriots signing TE Austin Hooper in free agency

The New England Patriots signed tight end Austin Hooper to a one-year contract worth $3M.

Hooper's addition may not fully address the team's needs at tight end. [ more ]

Boston.com

New England Patriots

Report: Patriots sign two-time Pro Bowl tight end to 1-year deal

Veteran TE Austin Hooper expected to sign a one-year deal with the Patriots for up to $4.25 million.

Coming off a stint with the Las Vegas Raiders, Hooper will provide depth behind Hunter Henry and reunite with coach Alex Van Pelt. [ more ]

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San Francisco 49ers

49ers sign TE Eric Saubert to a one-year deal, announce RB Patrick Taylor signing

Eric Saubert signed a one-year deal with the San Francisco 49ers, bringing experience from various NFL teams.

Patrick Taylor Jr. also signed a one-year deal with the 49ers, adding depth to the running back position. [ more ]

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San Francisco 49ers

The latest on 49ers' offer to Lions restricted free-agent TE Brock Wright

The San Francisco 49ers made a significant offer to Detroit Lions tight end Brock Wright.

The 49ers signed Wright to a three-year, $12 million offer with $6 million guaranteed.

The 49ers' move indicates confidence that the Lions will not match the offer, securing Wright for their team. [ more ]

Pats Pulpit

New England Patriots

Patriots free agency signing Austin Hooper has experience in the Alex Van Pelt offense

The New England Patriots made moves in their tight end group, losing members Mike Gesicki and Pharaoh Brown while adding Austin Hooper on a one-year contract.

Hooper brings experience and a connection to the Patriots' offensive coordinator, Alex Van Pelt, potentially improving the team's tight end depth. [ more ]

New York Post

New York Giants

Giants sign veteran Chris Manhertz to bolster tight end depth

Chris Manhertz, a Bronx native and former basketball player, signed a veteran minimum deal with the Giants.

Manhertz, a blocking tight end, has been consistently durable, playing over 15 games in the past seven seasons. [ more ]

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New England Patriots

Instant grade for the Patriots signing TE Austin Hooper in free agency

The New England Patriots signed tight end Austin Hooper to a one-year contract worth $3M.

Hooper's addition may not fully address the team's needs at tight end. [ more ]

Boston.com

New England Patriots

Report: Patriots sign two-time Pro Bowl tight end to 1-year deal

Veteran TE Austin Hooper expected to sign a one-year deal with the Patriots for up to $4.25 million.

Coming off a stint with the Las Vegas Raiders, Hooper will provide depth behind Hunter Henry and reunite with coach Alex Van Pelt. [ more ]

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Film Session: Ja'Tavion Sanders NFL draft prospect profile

Sanders is versatile as a pass catcher, excelling against different coverages and demonstrating good spatial awareness.

Sanders showcases strong hands, adjustment skills, and competitive nature as a tight end in both receiving and blocking aspects. [ more ]

ESPN.com

4 months ago

National Football League

Source: Ravens activating Andrews (ankle) off IR

Baltimore Ravens tight end Mark Andrews has been activated off injured reserve, providing a boost to the team for the AFC Championship Game.

Andrews has been a favorite target for quarterback Lamar Jackson, ranking among the league's top tight ends in receptions, receiving yards, and touchdown catches. [ more ]

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Pittsburgh Steelers

Listen: The Terrible Take (Episode 1,034)

The Pittsburgh Steelers tight ends showed improvement in their blocking skills.

The Terrible Take is a short 1-3 minute episode that airs weekdays at 5 PM/EST. [ more ]

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National Football League

Week 18 injury tracker: Kamara, Smith updates, McCaffrey Out

Injury updates for quarterbacks, running backs, wide receivers, and tight ends for Week 18 of fantasy football.

Updates on players from teams like Steelers, Ravens, Texans, Colts, Browns, and more. [ more ]

NBC Sports Bay Area & California

San Francisco 49ers

Foerster reveals 49ers' surprising emergency O-line plan

The 49ers' offensive line was heavily impacted by injuries during their game against the Ravens.

If one more lineman had gotten injured, a tight end would have been called upon to play on the offensive line. [ more ]

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San Francisco 49ers

Steelers Work Out Whopping Nine Players Thursday

The Pittsburgh Steelers hosted a slew of players Thursday, potentially as the team looks toward filling out its offseason roster with Reserve/Futures contracts.

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Pittsburgh Steelers

Pat Freiermuth Expected To See 'Heavy' Targets In Steelers Offense

TE Pat Freiermuth is expected to be targeted at a high rate in the Steelers' offense going forward.

The Steelers' success attacking the middle of the field under the new coaching staff will make them continue to target Freiermuth. [ more ]

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New England Patriots

Patriots vs. Chargers game day roster: Wide receiver depth getting tested once again

Mac Jones has been demoted to a backup role behind Bailey Zappe for the New England Patriots.

The wide receiver depth of the Patriots will be tested with rookies Demario Douglas and Kayshon Boutte inactive. [ more ]

NBC Sports Bay Area & California

7 months ago

San Francisco 49ers

49ers' Kittle joins exclusive NFL tight end club in win vs. Jaguars

George Kittle surpassed 500 yards receiving for a seventh straight year, joining a small group of tight ends.

Kittle had a standout performance with 116 yards and a 66-yard touchdown in the 49ers' win over the Jaguars.

Kittle has been a key component in the 49ers' offense throughout his career. [ more ]

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Pittsburgh Steelers

Pat Freiermuth Expected To See 'Heavy' Targets In Steelers Offense

TE Pat Freiermuth is expected to be targeted at a high rate in the Steelers' offense going forward.

The Steelers' success attacking the middle of the field under the new coaching staff will make them continue to target Freiermuth. [ more ]

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