Cam Heyward is still seeking a contract extension from the Pittsburgh Steelers , and the star defensive tackle has left open the possibility of sitting out Week 1 if there is no agreement in place prior to the season-opening game.
The Cam Heyward saga has been going on for a while
Heyward was a hold-in for much of training camp, which means he showed up but did not participate in on-field work. He has been open about wanting a new contract a year after he signed a three-year, $45 million extension with the Steelers. Heyward, a seven-time Pro Bowl selection, said the team gave him the impression that he would be able to renegotiate his deal if he had another All-Pro season, and he was named a First-team All-Pro last year.
Cam Heyward's concerning remarks
On Friday, Heyward was asked