Heyward’s Final Act on the Field | NFL News

Cameron Heyward, the Steelers’ veteran defensive lineman turning 37, is eyeing 2026 or 2027 as his likely final season — matching his contract’s end date. Despite being a two-time All-Pro and still delivering elite stats (78 tackles, 3.5 sacks, 6 passes defended last year), he’s staying realistic about his body’s limits. Meanwhile, Pittsburgh drafted Derrick Harmon first overall in 2025 to groom his successor — Harmon already showing promise with 3 sacks and 27 tackles as a rookie. It’s a smart, forward-thinking move: Heyward stays focused on the present while the Steelers prepare for the future, ensuring their defense remains dominant through the transition. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/a2fcf11d019dff23