All the outside chatter over Cam Heyward’s contract and the possibility of him sitting out Week 1 hasn’t impacted the Pittsburgh Steelers’ locker room. At least, nothing his teammates will admit to. Speaking to reporters Thursday, EDGE Alex Highsmith said it’s been a non-story inside the Steelers’ building even if it’s a top story outside of it.
“I don’t think so because he’s been out there still practicing with us as well, still getting reps,” Highsmith told reporters via the PPG’s Brian Batko when asked if Heyward’s saga is a distraction.
Alex Highsmith a few minutes ago on Cam Heyward: "He's our leader so I'm confident he's gonna play.