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Cam Heyward criticizes Steelers O-line miscommunication after pressure on Rodgers

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 23, 2026, 1:31 PM

Last updated Sep 23, 2026

Cam Heyward criticizes Steelers O-line miscommunication after pressure on Rodgers
Summary

Pittsburgh Steelers captain Cam Heyward addressed the team's offensive line issues following a loss to the New England Patriots. Quarterback Aaron Rodgers faced heavy pressure, being hurried on 47% of his drop-backs, leading to concerns about protection in the newly installed offense. Heyward pointed to systemic miscommunications and poor pre-snap decisions as key factors in the offensive line's struggles. He emphasized the necessity of improving chemistry and assignment execution ahead of an upcoming AFC North matchup against the Cincinnati Bengals.

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  • •Cameron Heyward calls out miscommunication in the Steelers' O-line.
  • •Aaron Rodgers faced pressure on 47% of drop-backs in the loss.
  • •Heyward emphasizes the need for better pre-snap communication.
  • •Steelers prepare for an AFC North game against the Bengals.
  • •Failure to fix issues could threaten Rodgers' health and season.
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Pittsburgh Steelers captain Cameron Heyward highlighted O-line miscommunication as a critical issue after Aaron Rodgers faced heavy pressure.

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