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  • Double teamed on 36.4% of pass rushes since 2022 | Generated 13 QB pressures vs double team

    Updated Thu, Sep 28 at 4:42pm
  • Officially placed on IR

    The Steelers placed Heyward (groin) on injured reserve Thursday.

    Analysis: Heyward needs groin surgery after going down in Week 1. He'll be required to miss a minimum of four games, but it has already been reported that Heyward is likely to miss around eight weeks. We might not see him again until around Thanksgiving. It's obviously a crushing loss to the middle of Pittsburgh's interior defense and pass rush.

    Published: Thu, Sep 14 at 1:05pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Will have surgery

    Heyward will undergo surgery Thursday to repair the groin injury he suffered in a Week 1 loss to the 49ers, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Heyward is expected to miss eight weeks, which would have him back on the field Nov. 12 for a tilt with the Packers. The Ohio State product has yet to be placed on injured reserve, but that would be a likely move for the Steelers. As a six-time Pro Bowler and the team's co-defensive captain, his impact will be missed on the field, and the team will likely turn to DeMarvin Leal (elbow) and Larry Ogunjobi to help replace his production.

    Published: Thu, Sep 14 at 8:01am by Rotowire.com
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  • Injury requires surgery

    Heyward will need surgery to repair the groin injury he suffered in Sunday's loss to the 49ers, Alan Saunders of PittsburghSportsNow.com reports.

    Analysis: Heyward was expected to miss multiple weeks due to the injury, and the news of his surgery will confirm those expectations. Saunders relays that a timeline for Heyward's return won't be available until after surgery, but the defensive end could still return this season. The Steelers haven't yet placed Heyward on injured reserve, though that could be in the cards.

    Published: Tue, Sep 12 at 9:23am by Rotowire.com
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  • Multi-week absence expected

    Heyward will miss multiple weeks due to the groin injury suffered in Sunday's 30-7 loss to the 49ers, Mike Garafolo of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Heyward exited the game in the first quarter and attempted to return, but he ultimately hobbled back off the field and remained sidelined for the rest of the contest. The veteran's potential multi-week absence is a significant blow to the Steelers' defense. Although the specifics of the injury are still unknown, Garafolo notes the veteran may ultimately need surgery.

    Published: Mon, Sep 11 at 1:14pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Returns then exits

    Heyward (groin) attempted to return against the 49ers on Sunday but then exited again, Brian Batko of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.

    Analysis: Heyward tried to return but ultimately hobbled off the field after being unable to go at full speed. Although he may try to return in the second half, considering the results of his initial attempt to enter the game again, it's likely the veteran is done for the day.

    Published: Sun, Sep 10 at 11:28am by Rotowire.com
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  • Exits game with injury

    Heyward is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the 49ers with a groin injury, Mike DeFabo of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Heyward got up slowly after a play in the first quarter. He returned to the game for a few plays before returning to the sidelines and eventually headed to the locker room. With Armon Watts (coach's decision) inactive, Larry Ogunjobi and DeMarvin Leal are set for elevated snap counts if Heyward doesn't return.

    Published: Sun, Sep 10 at 11:03am by Rotowire.com
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  • Avoids injury designation

    Heyward (stomach) wasn't listed on Pittsburgh's injury report Friday ahead of Sunday's game versus San Francisco, Teresa Varley of the Steelers' official site reports.

    Analysis: After being limited at practice Wednesday and missing practice entirely Thursday, Heyward will go into Pittsburgh's game in Week 1 healthy. He'll look to post his third consecutive double-digit sack season in 2023.

    Published: Fri, Sep 8 at 1:10pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Misses practice with stomach issue

    Heyward (stomach) did not participate at practice Thursday after logging a limited practice Wednesday, Brooke Pryor of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Pittsburgh's injury report would suggest that the three-time All-Pro is merely suffering from a stomach bug, but nevertheless, his status for the Steelers' date versus San Francisco in Week 1 remains up in the air. Should Heyward miss time, it would likely result in more snaps for 23-year-old DeMarvin Leal.

    Published: Thu, Sep 7 at 1:45pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited practice Wednesday

    Heyward (undisclosed) was a limited participant at the Steelers' practice Wednesday, Teresa Varley of the team's official site reports.

    Analysis: Heyward was dealing with a non-injury-related issue, limiting his participation Wednesday. At this point, there's no reason to believe the defensive lineman is in any danger of missing Sunday's regular-season opener versus the 49ers.

    Published: Wed, Sep 6 at 5:29pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Dealing with minor injury

    Heyward was unavailable for Thursday's preseason finale against the Falcons due to an undisclosed injury, Alan Saunders of PittsburghSportsNow.com reports.

    Analysis: Coach Mike Tomlin didn't disclose the nature of the injury, but he did say that the issue is minor and Heyward is considered day-to-day. For now, there shouldn't be any concern about his status heading into a Week 1 matchup against the 49ers.

    Published: Thu, Aug 24 at 8:15pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Productive to close out season

    Heyward racked up 74 tackles (39 solo), including 10.5 sacks, along with four pass defenses, a forced fumble and a fumble recovery over 17 appearances in 2022.

    Analysis: Heyward appeared in every game for the fourth time in the last five seasons and posted the second-highest sack total of his career during his age-33 season. He tallied 5.5 sacks over the final four weeks of the season and logged a season-high eight tackles during the Steelers' Week 18 win over Cleveland. He has a significant cap hit over the final two years of his contract with the Steelers, but it wouldn't be surprising to see him remain with the team given how productive he's been over the…read more

    Published: Wed, Jan 11 at 12:37pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Posts multiple sacks

    Heyward notched seven tackles (four solo), two sacks and a pass defensed in Saturday's 13-10 win over the Raiders.

    Analysis: Heyward now has 3.5 sacks in his last two efforts, which brings him to 8.5 on the season, and within reaching distance of his third double-digit sack total of his career. He'll have a chance to reach that milestone Sunday against the Ravens.

    Published: Tue, Dec 27 at 5:09pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Records sack against Atlanta

    Heyward tallied four tackles (two solo), including a sack, along with a pass defense during the Steelers' 19-16 win over Atlanta on Sunday.

    Analysis: Heyward was limited to just one solo tackle during last week's win over Indianapolis, but he was slightly more effective against the Falcons while logging a sack for the second time in the last three games. He now has 46 tackles (26 solo), including five sacks, along with a forced fumble, a fumble recovery and two pass defenses over 12 appearances this year.

    Published: Mon, Dec 5 at 2:18pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Effective against Bengals

    Heyward recorded seven tackles (four solo), including a sack, during the Steelers' 37-30 loss to Cincinnati on Sunday.

    Analysis: Heyward has been somewhat inconsistent in the tackling department this season, but he matched his highest total of the season Sunday while recording his third sack in the last five games. The 33-year-old now has 41 tackles (24 solo), including four sacks, a forced fumble, a fumble recovery and a pass defense over the first 10 games of the year.

    Published: Mon, Nov 21 at 7:42am by Rotowire.com
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  • Records sack in win

    Heyward logged three tackles (two solo), including a sack, during the Steelers' 20-18 win over Tampa Bay on Sunday.

    Analysis: Although Heyward's tackle count remained relatively low during Sunday's Week 6 win, he was one of two Steelers to record a sack. Over his first six appearances this season, he's racked up 24 tackles (12 solo), including two sacks, along with a forced fumble, a fumble recovery and a pass defense.

    Published: Wed, Oct 19 at 8:20am by Rotowire.com
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  • Good to go for Week 5

    Heyward doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's matchup against the Bills, Brooke Pryor of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Heyward logged back-to-back limited practices Wednesday and Thursday after suffering elbow and ankle injuries during the team's Week 4 loss to the Jets. However, he was upgraded to a full participant Friday and will be good to go for Sunday's contest. Across four appearances, the veteran defensive end has recorded 16 tackles, one sack and one pass defense.

    Published: Fri, Oct 7 at 12:29pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited Wednesday

    Heyward (elbow/ankle) was limited during Wednesday's practice, Teresa Varley of the Steelers' official site reports.

    Analysis: Heyward picked up the elbow and ankle injuries during the team's Week 4 loss to the Jets, but it's an encouraging sign that the veteran defensive end was able to at least log a limited session Wednesday. He'll have two more practices to upgrade to a full participant before the team needs to make a decision on his status for Week 5.

    Published: Wed, Oct 5 at 1:05pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Gets banged up

    Heyward suffered elbow and ankle injuries in Sunday's 24-20 loss to the Jets, according to head coach Mike Tomlin, Teresa Varley of the Steelers' official site reports.

    Analysis: The significance of Heyward's injuries is still unknown, but he did appear to play through the ailments during Sunday's game, where he recorded three tackles. Updates on his status for Week 5 against the Bills will likely be coming throughout the upcoming week.

    Published: Sun, Oct 2 at 2:02pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Practicing again

    Heyward (foot) was back at practice Monday, Chris Halicke of DKPittsburghSports.com reports.

    Analysis: Heyward left practice early last Thursday, but according to Halicke's report, Heyward says it was only for precautionary purposes. That's good news for the Steelers, as the veteran pass rusher is certainly an important piece of their defensive line.

    Published: Mon, Aug 22 at 2:01pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Leaves practice early

    Heyward exited Thursday's training camp session premature with an apparent left foot/ankle injury, Brian Batko of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.

    Analysis: Once Thursday's practice concluded, the veteran pass rusher came back out to engage with fans, which could indicate the issue isn't too serious. Heyward's injury will be something worth monitoring over the next few days, which also puts his status for Saturday's preseason game against the Jaguars in question. The veteran pass rusher is slated to reclaim a starting role on the defensive line this upcoming season after earning first-team All-Pro honors in 2021.

    Published: Thu, Aug 18 at 1:36pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Productive in OT win

    Heyward racked up six solo tackles and a sack in Sunday's 16-13 OT win over the Ravens.

    Analysis: Heyward tied for the team lead in tackles during Sunday's regular-season finale. The 32-year-old also recorded at least half a sack in six of the last seven games in the regular season. He appeared in every game this year and had a career-high 89 tackles (54 solo) along with 10 sacks, an interception, a forced fumble, a fumble recovery and nine pass defenses.

    Published: Mon, Jan 10 at 8:00am by Rotowire.com
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  • Records sack in loss

    Heyward logged eight tackles (two solo) and a sack in Sunday's 41-10 loss to the Bengals.

    Analysis: Heyward had recorded just two sacks across the first six games of the season, but he now has 3.5 sacks across his last five appearances. During that time, the 32-year-old has totaled 21 tackles (12 solo), 3.5 sacks, two pass defenses and an interception.

    Published: Mon, Nov 29 at 7:23am by Rotowire.com
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  • Two sacks against Detroit

    Heyward registered five tackles (three solo) and two sacks during Sunday's 16-16 tie with the Lions.

    Analysis: Heyward came into the contest with 2.5 sacks through eight appearances, but he nearly doubled that production Sunday. The veteran defensive end has produced steady tackling numbers this season, but his fantasy value is directly correlated to his sack production.

    Published: Wed, Nov 17 at 9:19am by Rotowire.com
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  • Logs full practice Wednesday

    Heyward (ankle) was able to practice fully for the Steelers on Wednesday, Ray Fittipaldo of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.

    Analysis: Heyward suffered an ankle injury during the Steelers' victory over the Bears on Monday night of Week 9. The injury isn't considered serious, and the defensive end should be able to return to the field for the Steelers matchup with the Lions in Week 10. Expect Isaiahh Loudermilk to see an increased role if Heyward suffers any setbacks.

    Published: Wed, Nov 10 at 4:17pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Suffers injury Monday

    Heyward (ankle) was injured in the Steelers' win over the Bears on Monday, Teresa Varley of the Steelers' official site reports.

    Analysis: Heyward's injury is not considered serious and was categorized as minor bumps and bruises by head coach Mike Tomlin. Heyward will try to return to the field later this week.

    Published: Tue, Nov 9 at 11:31am by Rotowire.com
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  • Racks up nine tackles

    Heyward recorded nine tackles (six solo) and one sack in Sunday's 23-20 win over the Seahawks.

    Analysis: Heyward played 89 percent of the Steelers' defensive snaps and recorded a season-high nine tackles in the overtime victory. Heading into Pittsburgh's Week 7 bye, the 32-year-old has totaled 36 tackles (20 solo), two sacks, a forced fumble, a fumble recovery and five pass defenses.

    Published: Mon, Oct 18 at 11:21am by Rotowire.com
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  • Records sack against Bills

    Heyward totaled four tackles (two solo), a sack, two pass defenses, a forced fumble and a fumble recovery in Sunday's 23-16 win over the Bills.

    Analysis: Heyward recorded only four sacks across 15 appearances in 2020, but he got off to a strong start by getting to quarterback Josh Allen midway through the second quarter Sunday. The 32-year-old will serve as a clear starter on Pittsburgh's defensive line during the 2021 campaign, and he began the year with a well-rounded performance against Buffalo.

    Published: Sun, Sep 12 at 7:22pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Agrees to restructure contract

    Heyward and the Steelers have reached an agreement to restructure his contract, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: It's a typical restructure, mostly converting base salary to a signing bonus. The move adds about $7 million in 2021 cap space for the Steelers, and it all but ensures Heyward will stay with the team for another season. The 31-year-old defensive end recorded only four sacks in 2020, but he made his presence felt with 54 tackles and 19 QB hits, earning a Pro-Bowl nod for the fourth straight year.

    Published: Mon, Feb 22 at 8:23am by Rotowire.com
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  • Will rest Week 17

    Heyward will sit out Sunday's game against the Browns, Gerry Dulac of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.

    Analysis: The Steelers are already locked into a wild-card playoff berth, so the team has little incentive to risk Heyward's health against the Browns. Instead, the veteran defensive end will get an opportunity to rest as he prepares for the postseason.

    Published: Thu, Dec 31 at 9:52am by Rotowire.com
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  • Notches fourth sack

    Heyward made five tackles (two solo), including a sack, in Sunday's 28-24 win over the Colts.

    Analysis: After three straight seasons with more than eight sacks, Heyward producing just four sacks thus far is disappointing. The veteran defensive end has also added 54 tackles (30 solo) and three pass breakups through 15 games.

    Published: Mon, Dec 28 at 3:14pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Ties for team lead in tackles

    Heyward had seven tackles (three solo) during Monday's 27-17 loss to the Bengals.

    Analysis: The 31-year-old tied for the team lead in tackles but went without a sack for the third straight contest. Heyward has only three sacks through 14 games in 2020, which would be his lowest sack total for a full season since 2012.

    Published: Tue, Dec 22 at 8:43pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Notches Wednesday afternoon sack

    Heyward registered two tackles, including one sack, during Wednesday's 19-14 win against the Ravens.

    Analysis: Heyward reached Robert Griffin for a first-quarter sack, pushing his total to three in that department over 11 appearances on the season. The reigning All-Pro has only converted 20 percent of his QB hits into sacks thus far in 2020, a substantial decrease from the 46 percent rate he established over 47 appearances between 2017 and 2019. Even without the 31-year-old producing gaudy sack numbers, the undefeated Steelers are still allowing a league-low 17.1 points per game.

    Published: Thu, Dec 3 at 3:06pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Practices in full Wednesday

    Heyward (quadriceps) was a full participant in practice Wednesday, Teresa Varley of the Steelers' official site reports.

    Analysis: Heyward's full participation lends credence to the previous report that the quadriceps injury he sustained in last week's win over the Ravens was minor. He should be out there Sunday against the Cowboys.

    Published: Wed, Nov 4 at 1:55pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Picks up minor quad injury

    Heyward sustained a minor quadriceps injury during Sunday's win over the Ravens, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: The 31-year-old sustained the injury during the fourth quarter and ended up setting a season high in defensive snap count (75) and snap share (91 percent). Heyward may be limited at practice this week, but he should still have a chance to play Week 9 since it doesn't appear to be a serious issue.

    Published: Mon, Nov 2 at 10:36am by Rotowire.com
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  • Doubles up 2020 tackle count

    Heyward posted eight tackles -- one for a loss -- and a QB hit in Sunday's 38-7 win over the Browns.

    Analysis: Heyward entered the game with eight tackles through four games, and he tacked on another eight stops Sunday with a team high in the category. The veteran defensive end's sack numbers aren't up to par, as he has just 1.5 thus far after posting at least eight sacks in each of the previous three seasons. It'll be tough for him to get back on track in a Week 6 matchup against the Titans, as Ryan Tannehill has been sacked on just 2.81 percent of dropbacks -- third in the league.

    Published: Mon, Oct 19 at 9:29am by Rotowire.com
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  • First career interception

    Heyward recorded one tackle (solo) and an interception in Monday night's 26-16 win over the Giants.

    Analysis: The defense, which recorded 20 interceptions -- second only to the Patriots (25) in 2019 -- had two picks Monday, including the first of Heyward's career. Pittsburgh had no turnovers in a 24-17 loss in their last game against Week 2 opponent Denver.

    Published: Tue, Sep 15 at 8:34am by Rotowire.com
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  • Big four-year extension

    Heyward and the Steelers agreed to terms on a four-year, $65.6 million contract extension Sunday, Jeremy Fowler of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Heyward's contract includes the final season of his current deal, linking him to the Steelers for the next five years. The 31-year-old is a pillar of consistency along Pittsburgh's defensive line in addition to being a captain, so it's no surprise that the team made extending him before the regular season a priority. He's coming off the highest tackle total of his career (83 solo) and has averaged just over nine-and-a-half sacks across the last three seasons, making him a solid IDP option.

    Published: Sun, Sep 6 at 7:26pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Another sack in loss

    Heyward totaled four tackles (three solo), including a sack, in Sunday's 28-10 loss to the Ravens.

    Analysis: Heyward finishes the season third on the team in tackles (83) and sacks (nine) in 16 games. He also had one forced fumble and one fumble recovery and will return in 2020 for the final year of his contract.

    Published: Mon, Dec 30 at 9:43am by Rotowire.com
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  • Records sack in defensive battle

    Heyward recorded six tackles (two solo) including a sack in Pittsburgh's 16-10 win over Cincinnati on Sunday.

    Analysis: The Steelers' defense delivered another solid effort to deliver a 10th consecutive win over the winless Bengals. Heyward had one of four Pittsburgh sacks in the game, giving him 6.5 this season. He is on pace for 9.5 sacks which would be the second highest total of his nine-year career. It should be a physical contest in Week 13 with Pittsburgh looking to avenge a 21-7 loss to Cleveland in Week 11.

    Published: Sun, Nov 24 at 3:57pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Another sack in win

    Heyward had three tackles (two solo) including a sack in Sunday's 17-12 win over the Rams.

    Analysis: The Pittsburgh defense recorded four sacks, giving it 33 for the campaign -- second most in the league -- and has the unit on pace for 59 sacks this season. Heyward has 5.5 sacks and will look to add to that total in Week 11 against Cleveland quarterback Baker Mayfield, who has been sacked 24 times this season.

    Published: Mon, Nov 11 at 8:21am by Rotowire.com
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