It happens all the time in college. Positions coaches will play tug-of-war over players. Maybe it’s a receiver who also is a talented defensive back. Or tight end who can become an elite edge rusher (TJ Watt, anyone?)

It rarely happens in the NFL with established players, but oversized tight end Darnell Washington is capturing the imagination of everyone, including those inside the Steelers’ facility on the South Side, with his potential dual-threat versatility.

Just don’t expect Alfredo Roberts, his position coach, to give up his player without a fight.

“The conversation about him playing tackle… I’m not pushing that, but his mentality, if he had to, I think he could,” Robert said last week. “He is uniquely skilled with size and speed that he can play the position he plays.”

Yes, Wash

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