Cam Heyward’s plan is clear: Either get what he wants or act out until he does. How far is he willing to go? Well, after a defensive market reset this offseason, the defensive lineman doesn’t mind missing even regular-season games. “There are definitely options out there that could reflect that,” the Pittsburgh Steelers player had said just earlier this week. Drafted No. 31 by the Steelers in 2011, Hayward still has two years remaining on his contract, he’s owed $14.75 million this season, and $14.5 million in 2026.
Heyward’s decision came after negotiations seemingly failed to work out the way he had hoped since his initial request in February. “ I’m looking to be valued…I know what I bring to this team and what I’m capable of on and off the field, so it’s hard for me, after the ye