The news Thursday afternoon that Pittsburgh Steelers star defensive lineman Cameron Heyward is seeking a contract restructure and a raise in training camp came as a major surprise. Heyward, who is coming off a first-team All-Pro season, remains underpaid and wants to be taken care of.
Rightfully so, too.
So far in training camp he’s been taking it easy, participating in individual drills but not in team drills. He’s also had numerous days off, too. It seemed initially like the Steelers were just taking it slow with the 36-year-old Heyward due to his age and needing him fresh for the regular season.