Cameron Heyward Health, Injury Updates & History

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Cam Heyward suffered a groin injury in Week 1 that kept him out until Week 9, where he played his regular rotation and had 2 sacks. He is expected to be fully healthy at the start of the 2024 season but could be a contract holdout as he may be seeking a contract extension.

Is expected to return to the lineup Thursday after missing the 7 games of season, expect Heyward to be limited in snaps in first game back

Is expected to return to the lineup Thursday after missing the 7 games of season, expected Heyward to be limited in snaps in first game back

Underwent groin surgery - as expected - and will miss a minimum of 8 weeks - Week 1 injury means he won't return until midseason for the Steelers

Suffered a groin injury Week 1 that will keep him out for multiple weeks, there has always been concern about potential injuries as he ages

Defensive tackle Cam Heyward has been a dominant presence in the middle of the Steelers' defense for over a decade. Weighing in at 288 pounds, Heyward is coming off his second consecutive 10-sack season and has played in all 16 games for the past five seasons. While there is concern about potential injuries as he ages, Heyward is determined to push through.