Donald Parham Jr.'s placement on injured reserve due to a torn Achilles significantly impacts the Pittsburgh Steelers' tight end depth for the 2025 season. Parham, who signed a one-year, $1.17 million contract, was expected to provide depth behind starter Pat Freiermuth. With his season-ending injury, the Steelers must rely more heavily on Darnell Washington and potentially pursue a trade for Jonnu Smith, who recorded 88 receptions, 884 yards, and 8 touchdowns with the Miami Dolphins last year.
From a fantasy perspective, Parham is not a consideration for 2025 drafts. However, this development solidifies Freiermuth's role as the primary tight end target, potentially increasing his fantasy value. Darnell Washington emerges as a sleeper pick, especially if the Steelers do not acquire another tight end.
