Who Should I Start? Darnell Washington or Terrance Ferguson

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Week 4 Projections

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3.5 0.0 0.0 1.6 16.0 0.1

Darnell Washington News

Darnell Washington Struggling to Earn Pass-Catching Reps in Pittsburgh

Saturday, September 26, 6:38 PM

Pittsburgh Steelers tight end Darnell Washington had the most productive pass-catching season of his career in 2025, recording 31 catches for 364 yards and a touchdown on 43 targets across 16 games. However, the Steelers have a new playcaller in 2026 in head coach Mike McCarthy, and it appears that Washington's role in his team's passing game has shrunk. Across two games, the 25-year-old has recorded three catches for 25 yards on four targets. Washington has played at least 53% of Pittsburgh's offensive snaps in both contests, but it's been Steelers tight end Pat Freiermuth who has emerged as the clear top pass-catching option so far. Barring an injury to Freiermuth, Washington should remain off the radar of fantasy managers.

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Week 4 Projections

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TD		 Rec. Rec.
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3.8 0.0 0.0 1.2 14.1 0.2

Terrance Ferguson News

Terrance Ferguson Likely to Miss Week 4 With Ankle Sprain

Wednesday, September 30, 8:02 AM

Los Angeles Rams tight end Terrance Ferguson (ankle) is likely to miss Sunday's game against Philadelphia after suffering a medial ankle sprain against Denver. Ferguson entered the game already dealing with an ankle issue, then aggravated it Sunday night and eventually left for good in the second quarter. He finished with one catch for nine yards after posting six catches for 54 yards and a touchdown the week before. Head coach Sean McVay said Monday that Ferguson will probably be out for Week 4, though there isn't a firm timetable beyond that yet. The Rams could be thin at tight end with Colby Parkinson also dealing with a shoulder injury.

Darnell Washington vs. Terrance Ferguson

Still trying to decide between Washington and Ferguson? Check on the latest news to make sure both players are active and healthy. Our PPR projections show that Darnell Washington is projected to score 3.5 points this week while Terrance Ferguson is projected to score 3.8 points.