Aaron Rodgers Gets Familiar Target as Steelers Sign Robert Tonyan
Summary
The Pittsburgh Steelers have signed tight end Robert Tonyan to a one-year contract after a tryout. Tonyan previously played with Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers and head coach Mike McCarthy in Green Bay, giving the team an experienced player familiar with their offense.Key Facts
- The Steelers added Robert Tonyan, a tight end, to their team in June.
- Tonyan has a history playing with quarterback Aaron Rodgers in Green Bay.
- Tonyan also played under head coach Mike McCarthy previously.
- In 2020, Tonyan caught 52 passes and scored 11 touchdowns, leading tight ends in the league.
- Tonyan suffered a torn ACL in 2021 but returned to play in 2022.
- Last season, Tonyan played 17 games with the Kansas City Chiefs but caught only one pass.
- Tonyan will likely serve as a backup tight end behind Pat Freiermuth and Darnell Washington.
- He brings experience and knowledge of the Steelers’ offensive system, helping the team’s playoff goals.
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