Steelers Get Bad News on Cam Heyward Injury

NFL Network's Ian Rapoport believes that Pittsburgh Steelers captain Cam Heyward would likely be placed on Injured Reserve due to a Week 1 groin injury.

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Heyward exited early against the 49ers and tried to return but was assisted off after one play. He was disqualified for the rest of the game.

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Rapoport expects Heyward will miss many weeks and be placed on IR with the injury. He is considering all possibilities, including surgery.

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Without Heyward, the Steelers would start DeMarvin Leal, Isaiahh Loudermilk, or Keeanu Benton.

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Loudermilk is the backup defensive lineman, although Benton and Leal might play if required.

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The Steelers have injured offensive lineman Chuks Okorafor and James Daniels and wide receiver Diontae Johnson.

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