Steelers, Cam Heyward agree to contract extension

PITTSBURGH — This article originally appeared on SteelersNOW.com.

The Pittsburgh Steelers and defensive tackle Cam Heyward have agreed to a contract extension that will reduce his salary cap hit in 2025.

Heyward will now play under a two-year contract worth a total of $32.25 million for 2026 and 2027, according to a report by Gerry Dulac of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. The new deal will reportedly reduce Heyward’s salary cap hit for the 2026 season by $5.5 million. $16.24 million is guaranteed.

Heyward had been set to earn $14.25 million in 2025, with a $12.95 million roster bonus due on Thursday, and a $1.3 million base salary. His cap hit will be reduced from $19.15 million to $13.65 million. By adding a year onto the contract, the Steelers can spread out the impact of Heyward’s bonus over two seasons.

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