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Steelers' Cam Heyward Absent Amid Contract Dispute

8/16/2025

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Cam Heyward, defensive tackle for the Pittsburgh Steelers, is missing practices due to a contract dispute.
Assistant GM Andy Weidl acknowledged Heyward's value but referred contract discussions to GM Omar Khan.
Heyward's absence may impact the Steelers' defense in their Week 1 game against the New York Jets.
The team is working to resolve negotiations promptly to reinstate Heyward.

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Cam Heyward, defensive tackle for the Pittsburgh Steelers, is missing practices due to a contract dispute.
Assistant GM Andy Weidl acknowledged Heyward's value but referred contract discussions to GM Omar Khan.
Heyward's absence may impact the Steelers' defense in their Week 1 game against the New York Jets.
The team is working to resolve negotiations promptly to reinstate Heyward.