US EditionReport: Steelers Tight End Suffers Season-Ending Injury
- Donald Parham Jr., who joined the Steelers this offseason, will miss the entire 2025 campaign after tearing his Achilles tendon during Tuesday's OTAs practice.
- In February, Parham agreed to a one-year contract with the Steelers after spending four seasons with the Chargers and a year on the Broncos’ practice squad.
- Parham, a 6-foot-8 veteran who has totaled 764 yards receiving and 11 touchdowns across 47 NFL games, will need surgery followed by an extensive rehabilitation period.
- Adam Schefter reported the injury, and Steelers coach Mike Tomlin called it a massive blow, with the team likely seeking another tight end.
- The injury has heightened Pittsburgh's interest in negotiating a deal to acquire Jonnu Smith from Miami as they revise their strategy for the 2025 season.
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Mike Tomlin suffers devastating news with Steelers star to miss entire season
THE Pittsburgh Steelers suffered a massive injury blow which will affect their plans for the entire year. Pittsburgh is going through OTAs ahead of mandatory mini camp in the early stages of their 2025 preparation. GettyPittsburgh Steelers coach Mike Tomlin is ruing a massive injury blow[/caption] GettyDonald Parham Jr suffered a torn Achilles in OTAs[/caption] And one of their newest arrivals this offseason has suffered a massive blow in a big …
Steelers tight end Donald Parham tears Achilles tendon at OTA workout
Jun. 3—Donald Parham Jr., a veteran tight end trying to earn a roster spot on the Pittsburgh Steelers, suffered a torn Achilles tendon in practice Tuesday at organized team activities, a league source confirmed to TribLive.
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