Cameron Heyward was back in uniform Tuesday, taking part in both individual drills and team reps for the Steelers after spending much of camp sidelined in a hold-in. His return to action didn’t come with any progress on the contract front, as his push for a revised deal remains unresolved.

At 36, Heyward is fresh off one of the best seasons of his career. He finished 2024 with eight sacks, 20 quarterback hits, 71 tackles, and an NFL-high 11 passes defended among defensive linemen. That performance earned him All-Pro recognition, yet his deal, a two-year, $29 million extension signed last September, leaves him ranked just 23rd at his position in average annual value.

The veteran has sought changes since February, arguing that his on-field impact outpaces his current salary structure.

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