Pittsburgh Steelers offensive coordinator Arthur Smith likes to use his tight ends, and behind Pat Freiermuth, Connor Heyward could wind up playing a bigger role as the No. 2 pass-catching tight end. During report day for Steelers’ training camp at Saint Vincent College in Latrobe, Pa., QB Russell Wilson spoke highly of Heyward, and said he believes Heyward could be a “dark horse” and is a “tremendous football player.”
“I think a dark horse player, one of the most talented guys who can play any sport, is Connor Heyward. I just watched him hang out with us in San Diego and throw with him.