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Finds paydirt in Week 15 Heyward carried four times for four yards and a touchdown in Monday's 28-15 win over the Dolphins.

Impact A hybrid fullback/tight end who had logged just eight touches through the Steelers' first 13 games of the season, Heyward was surprisingly called upon for direct snaps on all four occasions he was on the field for the Pittsburgh offense in Monday's win. After extending drives in the first and second quarters on a pair of 4th-and-1 conversions, Heyward then found paydirt on a 3rd-and-goal carry with 17 seconds left in the first half to give Pittsburgh its first points of the night. The touchdown was the second of the season for Heyward, who previously recorded a 12-yard receiving score in a Week 6 win over the Browns.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

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NOVEMBER 24 • Associated Press

Cleared to play Heyward (knee) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game against the Chargers, Teresa Varley of the Steelers' official site reports

Impact Despite missing practice both Wednesday and Thursday, Heyward logged a full practice Friday and was cleared of a knee injury designation, making him set to suit up for Sunday's game. The 26-year-old fullback played 18 special teams snaps and four offensive snaps in Week 9 against the Colts and is set to log a similar amount of snaps in the fullback role for Sunday's game.

NOVEMBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

Sits out practice with knee issue Heyward (knee) did not practice Thursday, Teresa Varley of the Steelers' official site reports.

Impact Heyward had his usual role this past Sunday in a win over Indianapolis, logging four offensive snaps and 18 snaps on special teams. He wasn't on the injury report Wednesday before popping up as a DNP on Thursday, so he may have hurt his knee during practice. Heyward's practice participation level Friday should help clarify how serious the knee issue is and whether he's at risk of missing Sunday's tilt versus the Chargers.

NOVEMBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

Aaron Rodgers and first-place Steelers confident in their passing game options after quiet deadline

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NOVEMBER 5 • Associated Press

Mike Tomlin says the Steelers won't be defined by their Thursday night loss to Cincinnati

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OCTOBER 17 • Associated Press

Cashes in on first TD Heyward recorded a 12-yard touchdown reception on his lone target in Sunday's 23-9 win over the Browns.

Impact Heyward was on the field for just six of the Steelers' 59 offensive snaps, but he was able to make the most of his limited playing time by connecting with quarterback Aaron Rodgers on a touchdown grab midway through the third quarter to gave Pittsburgh a 13-point lead. The touchdown was the first of the season for Heyward, who has notched just two receptions through the team's first five games. The fullback/tight end will continue to handle a limited role on offense in the weeks to come.

OCTOBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

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OCTOBER 14 • FOX SPORTS

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OCTOBER 13 • Associated Press

Steelers hold Browns out of end zone in wire-to-wire win Aaron Rodgers threw two touchdown passes as the Pittsburgh Steelers topped the visiting Cleveland Browns 23-9 on Sunday afternoon.Rodgers, w...

OCTOBER 12 • THESTATE.COM

Steelers defense shines, hold Browns out of endzone in wire-to-wire win Aaron Rodgers threw two touchdown passes as the Pittsburgh Steelers topped the visiting Cleveland Browns 23-9 on Sunday afternoon.Rodgers (2...

OCTOBER 12 • THENEWSTRIBUNE.COM

Aaron Rodgers throws for 2 TDs as Steelers continue home dominance of Browns in 23-9 win

Aaron Rodgers passed for 235 yards and two touchdowns, and the Pittsburgh Steelers had little trouble with the Cleveland Browns in a 23-9 victory

OCTOBER 12 • Associated Press

Tallies one reception in Week 2 Heyward secured his lone target for six yards during Sunday's 31-17 loss to Seattle.

Impact Although Heyward's snap count ranked fourth among the Steelers' tight ends Sunday, he recorded his first catch of the regular season during the loss. While it was encouraging to see him generate some offensive production in Week 2, he appears to be clearly behind Jonnu Smith, Pat Freiermuth and Darnell Washington on Pittsburgh's depth chart.

SEPTEMBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Tallies one reception in Week 2 Heyward secured his lone target for six yards during Sunday's 31-17 loss to Seattle.

SEPTEMBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Aaron Rodgers brushes off revenge narrative ahead of Steelers' season opener against Jets

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SEPTEMBER 3 • Associated Press

Aaron Rodgers just guaranteed Connor Heyward's roster spot with one comment After this endorsement from quarterback Aaron Rodgers, Connor Heyward is a lock to make the Pittsburgh Steelers' 53-man roster in 2025.

AUGUST 19 • STILLCURTAIN.COM

Racks up 17 receiving yards Heyward secured two of three targets for 17 yards during Saturday's 31-25 preseason win over the Jaguars.

Impact Although Heyward has appeared in all 17 regular-season games in each of his first three years in the NFL, his already limited role took a hit in 2024, as he secured just six of eight targets for 40 yards and a touchdown. The Steelers acquired Jonnu Smith during the offseason while retaining Pat Freiermuth and Darnell Washington, so Heyward will likely be forced to settle for a minimal role on offense if he makes the 53-man roster.

AUGUST 10 • ROTOWIRE

Steelers' Connor Heyward Preparing for Position Change Pittsburgh Steelers tight end Connor Heyward could see more time in the backfield after packing on the pounds in the offseason.

JUNE 9 • THESTATE.COM

Steelers TE Connor Heyward preparing for position change The Steelers are taking a step back in their offensive philosophy as tight end Connor Heyward is packing on some weight to play fullback thi...

JUNE 7 • USATODAY.COM

Sees role diminished Heyward appeared in 17 regular-season games for the Steelers in 2024, making six catches (on eight targets) for 40 yards and a touchdown.

Impact Heyward didn't get to see the field as much this past season as he did during his sophomore campaign. The Michigan State product saw his offensive snaps drop from 383 to 194, while his catch and yardage total also fell from the 23 receptions and 167 yards he totaled in 2023. As long as Pat Freiermuth and Darnell Washington remain healthy for the Steelers, Heyward's opportunities in their offense will likely remain limited.

FEBRUARY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Scores touchdown against Dallas Heyward secured two of four targets for 23 yards and a touchdown during Sunday's 20-17 loss to Dallas.

Impact Heyward had racked up just two receiving yards over the first four weeks of the regular season, but he saw his target share increase Sunday despite playing just 13 offensive snaps. While it was encouraging that he reached the end zone for the first time since 2022, he hasn't established himself as a consistent fantasy option alongside teammates Pat Freiermuth and Darnell Washington.

OCTOBER 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Heyward Hurdle | #BUFvsPIT on NFL Network/KDKA

AUGUST 18, 2024 • YOUTUBE

Reaches end zone in preseason loss Heyward secured both of his targets for four yards and a touchdown during Friday's 20-12 preseason loss to the Texans.

Impact Heyward wasn't a consistent part of the Steelers' passing game last year, as he secured 23 of 34 targets for 167 yards. However, he had a six-yard touchdown reception in the third quarter of Friday's preseason opener. Although it was encouraging to see Heyward reach the end zone against Houston, he's unlikely to be a reliable contributor during the regular season, as he remains behind Pat Freiermuth and Darnell Washington on the Steelers' depth chart at tight end.

AUGUST 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Catches two passes Heyward secured both of his targets for 11 yards during the Steelers' 16-10 win over Cincinnati on Sunday.

Impact The Steelers had their best game of the season offensively during Sunday's win after offensive coordinator Matt Canada was recently fired, and starting tight end Pat Freiermuth benefited by securing nine of 11 targets for 120 yards. Although Heyward had multiple catches for the sixth time in his last seven appearances, he was unable to rack up many yards and doesn't have much upside now that Freiermuth is back to full healthy.

NOVEMBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Connor Heyward's 12-yard catch-and-run falls just short of first down marker Pittsburgh Steelers tight end Connor Heyward's 12-yard catch-and-run falls just short of first down marker on third-and-long.

NOVEMBER 12, 2023 • NFL.COM

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