Cam Heyward says the Pittsburgh Steelers defensive line can rival any unit
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 9, 2026, 4:58 PM
Last updated Sep 9, 2026
Pittsburgh Steelers defensive tackle Cam Heyward stated on September 9 that his team features a defensive line capable of competing with any front in the NFL. The 37-year-old veteran credited the depth and blend of experience and younger talent for the unit's high internal expectations. Pittsburgh has bolstered the defensive front with players like Keeanu Benton, Derrick Harmon, and Yahya Black. Heyward acknowledged that this season could potentially be the final year of his career, heightening his focus on a postseason run under new coach Mike McCarthy. McCarthy took over the program following the departure of long-time coach Mike Tomlin, introducing scheduling changes during the current transition period. Heyward dismissed concerns regarding the age of the veteran players and expressed readiness to prove the group's standing during the upcoming campaign.
- •Cam Heyward stated on September 9 that the Steelers defensive line is among the NFL's best.
- •The defensive rotation includes veterans alongside Keeanu Benton, Derrick Harmon, and Yahya Black.
- •Mike McCarthy replaced Mike Tomlin as the head coach of the Steelers this offseason.
- •Cam Heyward indicated that the 2026 season could be his last year in the NFL.
- 4:58 PMYahoo Sports — Cam Heyward Makes Bold Claim About Steelers’ Defensive Line Ahead of Season
"The Pittsburgh Steelers are heading into the 2026 season with a defensive line that Cam Heyward believes deserves more respect, Heyward knows exactly what it takes to survive in the trenches, and he is not interested in selling the Steelers front short. The veteran defensive tackle thinks the group has enough experience, talent and depth […] The post Cam Heyward Makes Bold Claim About Steelers’ Defensive Line Ahead of Season appeared first on Gridiron Heroics.
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