The Pittsburgh Steelers and Cam Heyward beat the clock and agree to a revised contract ahead of Sunday's season opener against the New York Jets , according to ESPN's Adam Schefter. The four-time First-Team All-Pro defensive tackle can earn up to $18 million during the 2025-26 campaign after the organization decided to add $3 million worth of incentives to his deal.
Although Heyward was already practicing in the lead-up to Week 1, there was still some uncertainty about his status. The franchise great's availability is not in question whatsoever following this news. He will try to begin his 15th NFL season on a high note and help Pittsburgh earn a victory in the Meadowlands.
Heyward was still embodying his captain responsibilities off the field, doing his best to provide continu