According to head coach Mike Tomlin, Heyward even partook in team activities, which is a great sign that he will be on the field when the team takes on the New York Jets in Week One of the regular season.

The Steelers will sit at least four players in Thursday's preseason finale against the Panthers. Coach Mike Tomlin said Tuesday that quarterback Aaron Rodgers, edge T.J. Watt, defensive lineman Cam Heyward and wide receiver DK Metcalf will not play.

Cameron Heyward was in uniform and participating with the Steelers in practice, but a source told ESPN that there hasn't been any movement on his request for a renegotiated contract.