Cameron Heyward has not fully participated in practice as he seeks a raise amidst a reset in the defensive market. He has two years left on his contract, totaling $14.75 million this season, with $13.45 million already earned from a roster bonus. Currently, he ranks 36th among defensive linemen and 18th among defensive tackles in terms of pay. Discussions about a new deal with the Steelers have not yielded progress, contributing to his limited training camp participation. Heyward recently received his fourth All-Pro selection at age 36, setting a record for defensive linemen over 35.
Cameron Heyward, seeking a raise amidst a defensive market reset, hasn't fully participated in practice as he awaits a restructured contract with the Steelers.
Heyward has $14.75 million due this season but has already earned $13.45 million of that as a roster bonus paid throughout the season.
Despite two years remaining on his contract, there has been no progress on a reworked deal, leading to his limited participation in training camp.
At 36, Heyward was voted All-Pro for the fourth time in 2024, becoming the oldest defensive lineman to receive the honor since Bruce Smith in 1998.
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