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On YouTubePittsburgh Steelers News / Athlon Sports / June 9
Steelers' Connor Heyward Preparing for Position Change
The Pittsburgh Steelers have a strength, if not a surplus, at tight end. Pat Freiermuth has made good on his Day 2 draft capital and earned a second contract.
Steelers TE Working on Position Change
Connor Heyward has bulked up this offseason while preparing to take on a bit of a new role for the Pittsburgh Steelers. Heyward is up from 230 pounds to 240, and he told reporters on Wednesday that he added some extra weight to help him out while blocking, which likely means that he's ready to shift to more of a fullback role.
NFL News / Steel City Underground / May 20
2024 Steelers Season Recall: Roster cuts surprise ahead of season’s start
Steel City Underground presents our 2024 Steelers Recall: a look back at Pittsburgh Steelers games and storylines from last season. One of the more unpleasant
The 'Active NFL players with 1,000-yard rushing seasons' quiz
How many of the active NFL players who have rushed for 1,000 or more yards in a season can you name in five minutes?
Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / May 2
Steelers' Connor Heyward's Job Could Be In Danger After Recent Undrafted Free Agent Signing
The Pittsburgh Steelers have made bold moves following the 2025 NFL Draft. The team has begun signing undrafted free agents, and may have uncovered some hidden gems.
Pittsburgh Steelers News / Pittsburgh Steelers on SI / April 27
Steelers Draft Pick Following in Dad's Footsteps
From Joey Porter Jr. to Connor Heyward and Derek Watt, the Pittsburgh Steelers are no strangers to bringing in players over recent years who have familial connections to the team.
Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / April 28
Steelers come to record-breaking deal with undrafted free agent after 2025 NFL Draft
Pittsburgh got a lot done in the actual draft, but teams always look to find some gems after the event ends.
Will Former Spartan Heyward Have Increased Role with Steelers?
Former Michigan State tight end turned Pittsburgh Steelers tight end Connor Heyward has had a small sample size in the National Football League since his debut.
Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / February 12
Steelers' Heyward Brothers Playing On The Same Team Now May Come To An End In 2025
There were expected to be a lot of changes for the Pittsburgh Steelers during the 2025 offseason. Fans expected some of these to come quickly after a five-game losing streak to end the 2024 campaign, but it has been quiet in the Steel City ever since a playoff loss to the Baltimore Ravens.
Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / January 9
Steelers' Cam Heyward Received A Warning About Signing An Extension In Pittsburgh From Connor Heyward
The Pittsburgh Steelers had some decisions to make entering the 2024 season. They had a conundrum at the quarterback position between Russell Wilson and Justin Fields, the organization had to decide on the fifth-year option of running back Najee Harris, and whether or not to give contract extensions to Pat Freiermuth and Cam Heyward.
Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steel City Underground / January 6
Watch: Connor Heyward makes splash special teams recovery
Steel City Underground will pick an exceptional play of the game as a highlight each week of the Pittsburgh Steelers 2024 NFL regular season. Stay tuned as we hand-select the very best from the Black and Gold!
NFL News / Steelers Now / December 21
Eagles DT Fined for Controversial Head-Slap Penalty vs. Steelers
Philadelphia Eagles defensive tackle Jalen Carter was fined by the NFL for his head slap of Pittsburgh Steelers tight end Connor Heyward last Sunday, the league announced on Saturday.
Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / November 23
Steelers Nearly Lost Cam Heyward To The Patriots
Over the years, the Pittsburgh Steelers have been credited with making some incredible draft picks. That includes finding some diamonds in the rough, like center Mike Webster in the fifth round, receiver Antonio Brown in the sixth round, and Mel Blount in the third round -- not to mention the rest of the class of 1974.
NFL News / Steeler Nation / October 10
Steelers' Arthur Smith Explains George Pickens' Limited Role Against Dallas
Pittsburgh Steelers star wide receiver, George Pickens found himself in hot water with both the franchise and fans after the 20-17 loss to the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday night.
Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / September 5
Steelers' Cameron Heyward Believes Chiefs Hero Patrick Mahomes Absolutely Is Overhyped At Times
The Pittsburgh Steelers' front office has put a lot of work into rebuilding the team, particularly the offense since Ben Roethlisberger retired. They feel
Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / August 28
Steelers' New Offensive Scheme For The Tight Ends Detailed By Connor Heyward Ahead Of 2024 Regular Season
The Pittsburgh Steelers' offense has gotten off to a bit more of a rocky start than expected. While many suppositions are being made about new Offensive Coordinator, Arthur Smith, we have only seen vanilla play-calling during the preseason, which has been riddled with injuries and inconsistencies.
Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / August 6
Steelers' First Depth Chart Of 2024 Raises Interesting Questions About TE Connor Heyward
The Pittsburgh Steelers were one of the more unimpressive offensive units throughout the Matt Canada era. The former play-caller was promoted in 2021 and ended up being fired during the middle of the 2023 campaign.
Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / July 31
Steelers’ Connor Heyward Eager For A Larger Role Within The Offense
The Pittsburgh Steelers' offense struggled significantly during the 2023 season, particularly with utilizing their tight ends. However, with the arrival of new Offensive Coordinator Arthur Smith, changes are expected.
Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steelers Now / July 17
Steelers TE Connor Heyward: ‘The More, The Merrier’ in Regard to His Role on the Team in 2024
All 90 is a Steelers Now series profiling each of the 90 members of the Pittsburgh Steelers 2024 offseason roster. Next up is TE Connor Heyward. Connor Heyward was one of the biggest winners when the Steelers hired Arthur Smith to be the team’s next offensive coordinator.
Pittsburgh Steelers News / Pittsburgh Steelers on SI / June 16
Steelers Facing Difficult Roster Decision at TE
The Pittsburgh Steelers have concluded Organized Team Activities and departed for a midsummer break. Training camp waits on the other side of roughly six weeks off and later will come roster cuts as the team trims down to a final group of 53 men.
Pittsburgh Steelers News / Yardbarker / May 28, 2024
Steelers TE embracing 'football player' mentality in hopes of growing role
There is some uncertainty around Cameron Heyward's younger brother, Connor, as well.
Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / April 4, 2024
Steelers’ Cam Heyward Detailed The Reality Of Playing Alongside His Brother Connor Heyward
The Pittsburgh Steelers selected Connor Heyward, the younger brother of Cam Heyward, with their sixth-round pick (208th overall) in the 2022 NFL Draft.
Pittsburgh Steelers News / Yardbarker / June 10, 2023
Steelers hybrid weapon puts NFL on notice with bold statement
The Steelers may quietly have one of the best young group of offensive weapons in the league but one unlikely second-year player believes he is in store for a big season in 2023.
Pittsburgh Steelers News / Yardbarker / December 4, 2022
The Heyward brothers had a pretty special and emotional day for Steelers in Atlanta
The Steelers were 19-16 winners over the Falcons on Sunday to win their second game in a row.
Michigan State Spartans News / Yardbarker / April 30, 2022
Steelers draft Cameron Heyward's younger brother, FB/TE Connor Heyward
Connor Heyward finished his career with the Spartans with 825 rushing yards, five rushing touchdowns, 711 receiving yards and six receiving touchdowns.
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