The best ability is availability, and Pittsburgh Steelers veteran defensive lineman Cameron Heyward learned that lesson last season while dealing with a groin injury throughout the season, one that kept him out for six games and landed him in Injured Reserve.
Now, in his 14th season, Heyward is evolving, and that includes adjusting his practice habits.
In recent years, Heyward has had some veteran days off throughout the week, making sure that he’s feeling fresh and as healthy as possible leading up to game day. This year, at least so far, he’s had just one veteran day off, and that was last Thursday in preparation for Denver.