Pittsburgh is signing tight end MyCole Pruitt, per Jeremy Fowler. Pruitt played under Arthur Smith in both Tennessee and Atlanta with the Titans and Falcons
With Pruitt primarily serving as a blocking tight end, amassing just 71 receptions over his ten seasons, including 25 catches for 260 yards and five touchdowns during his stint with the Falcons from 2022-23, the Steelers’ signing prompts speculation about Pat Freiermuth’s role. It’s possible the Steelers may opt to utilize Freiermuth more frequently as a slot receiver and as a pure receiving tight end, shifting away from emphasizing his run-blocking duties.
This also raises the question what happens with Connor Heyward? I can’t imagine the Steelers carrying four tight ends on the roster. That said, with a likely increase in two tight end sets, and a potential switch in roles for Freiermuth, maybe they could carry all four.
DON DEAL:The Steelers have officially signed tight end MyCole Pruitt….
