Mike Tomlin Explains Pat Freiermuth’s Limited Usage

Mike Tomlin explains why Pat Freiermuth’s playing time has diminished in Steelers offense

PITTSBURGH -- Pat Freiermuth played just 15 snaps against the Minnesota Vikings and has just seven receptions for 65 yards over the first four games of the season. In the Pittsburgh Steelers’ offense with multiple tight ends playing more than 50 percent of the time, that is a disappointing stat line.

Steelers' Mike Tomlin Speaks out on TE Pat Freiermuth's Dip in Playing Time

Veteran tight end Pat Freiermuth played a career-low 15 offensive snaps in the last game for the Pittsburgh Steelers during Week 4. There could be more low-snap count days on offense for Freiermuth going forward.That’s what Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin indirectly implied while discussing the reason for why Freiermuth didn’t play very much against the Minnesota Vikings on September 28.“We have a certain personality, especially when we play 4-3…

Mike Tomlin explains Pat Freiermuth’s limited usage

Pittsburgh Steelers tight end Pat Freiermuth has had a quiet start to the season, catching only seven passes for 65 yards and zero touchdowns.

Mike Tomlin Explains Pat Freiermuth's Limited Usage

Pittsburgh Steelers tight end Pat Freiermuth at minicamp on June 11, 2025. -- Ed Thompson / Steelers Now PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh Steelers tight end Pat Freiermuth has had a quiet start to the season, catching only seven passes for 65 yards and zero touchdowns. Freiermuth’s slow start is partially due to personnel decisions. He played only 15 snaps against the Vikings. Instead of using Freiermuth and Jonnu Smith in the Week 4 win over Minnesota, …