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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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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

Connor Heyward hurdles Packers defender for 13-yard gain Pittsburgh Steelers tight end Connor Heyward hurdles Green Bay Packers defender for 13-yard gain down the sideline for a new set of downs.

NOVEMBER 12, 2023 • NFL.COM

Catches five passes Heyward secured five of six targets for 24 yards during the Steelers' 20-10 loss to Jacksonville on Sunday.

Impact Heyward had an increased role once again Sunday since Pat Freiermuth (hamstring) remained on injured reserve. However, the 2022 sixth-rounder was unable to generate much production despite finishing second on the team in targets. Over the three games in which Freiermuth has been sidelined, Heyward has secured 10 of 13 targets for 70 yards.

OCTOBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Racks up 23 yards in win Heyward secured two of three targets for 23 yards during the Steelers' 24-17 win over the Rams on Sunday.

Impact Fellow tight end Pat Freiermuth (hamstring) was placed on injured reserve ahead of Sunday's Week 7 matchup, so Heyward continued to have an elevated role in Pittsburgh's offense. It was also encouraging to see him on the field for 86 percent of the offensive snaps, which outpaced rookie Darnell Washington, who played 53 percent of the snaps. Heyward hasn't yet had much fantasy relevance this year, but it's been encouraging to see him have his highest snap counts of the season in the Steelers' last two games.

OCTOBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Mitchell Trubisky with a 3-yard touchdown pass to Connor Heyward vs. Buffalo Bills

AUGUST 20, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Connor Heyward Needs Bigger Role in Steelers Offense The Pittsburgh Steelers second-year tight end is making plays.

JULY 30, 2023 • KANSASCITY.COM

Connor Heyward Needs Bigger Role in Steelers Offense The Pittsburgh Steelers second-year tight end is making plays.

JULY 30, 2023 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM

Connor Heyward, Pittsburgh Steelers, Tight End Connor Heyward is an Athlete from Suwanee, GA. He is the younger brother of former Ohio State and current Pittsburgh Steelers' defensive lin...

JULY 21, 2023 • 247SPORTS.COM

Connor Heyward's Versatility Key to Sticking With Steelers 2023 could be a big year for Connor Heyward’s role in the Pittsburgh Steelers offense.

JUNE 20, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Connor Heyward's Versatility Key to Sticking With Steelers 2023 could be a big year for Connor Heyward’s role in the Pittsburgh Steelers offense.

JUNE 20, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Connor Heyward ready to be a jack-of-all-trades for the Steelers Heyward will be used in various ways with fullback and tight end being the main two spots — that's where he's listed on the roster.

MAY 26, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Rookie Recap: Connor Heyward Heyward ready to take the next step

FEBRUARY 20, 2023 • STEELERS.COM

Productive in season finale Heyward secured three of four targets for 45 yards while rushing once for six yards during the Steelers' 28-14 win over the Browns on Sunday.

Impact Heyward was held without any receptions in five of the seven games prior to Sunday's Week 18 matchup, but he logged a season-high three catches against Cleveland. The rookie sixth-rounder didn't have consistent enough volume to become a fantasy asset in 2022, as he secured 12 of 17 targets for 151 yards and a touchdown while rushing twice for 27 yards across 17 games. However, fellow tight end Zach Gentry is slated to become an unrestricted free agent during the offseason, so Heyward could take over as the primary backup behind Pat Freiermuth in 2023.

JANUARY 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

From the young to the old, Heyward brothers personify Steelers' growth Don't say rebuild, but that's exactly what Steelers did in 2022

JANUARY 9, 2023 • 247SPORTS.COM

Connor Heyward punctuates Steelers' win over Raiders with 21-yard run on end around Pittsburgh Steelers tight end Connor Heyward punctuates the Steelers' win over the Las Vegas Raiders with a 21-yard run on an end around.

DECEMBER 25, 2022 • NFL.COM

Sunday was a special day for the Heyward family 🖤💛 #steelers #nfl

DECEMBER 7, 2022 • YOUTUBE

Records first NFL touchdown Heyward secured his lone target for 17 yards and a touchdown during the Steelers' 19-16 win over Atlanta on Sunday.

Impact Heyward played just 22 percent of the Steelers' offensive snaps Sunday but caught the team's only touchdown during the narrow Week 13 win. Although it was encouraging to see the rookie sixth-rounder reach the end zone Sunday, he hasn't been a fantasy-relevant player for most of the year, as he had logged just three catches for 15 yards over his last five games.

DECEMBER 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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