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Steelers News: Cam Heyward will not opt out of the 2020 season

It has been a one-of-a-kind offseason for the Pittsburgh Steelers in 2020. With the scheduled start of training camp now behind us, it looks like we’ll have to wait until opening weekend to see the Steelers take the field. Just because the NFL has cancelled the preseason doesn’t mean we stop providing you with features, commentary and opinions to tide you over throughout the offseason!

Today in the black-and-gold links article we take a look at the Steelers defensive captain choosing to play in 2020 despite being at risk.

Let’s get to the news:

Steelers’ Cam Heyward Won’t Opt Out of 2020 Season Despite Having Asthma

By: Tim Daniels, Bleacher Report

Pittsburgh Steelers defensive tackle Cameron Heyward says he’s planning to take part in the 2020 NFL season despite having asthma, which puts him at greater risk of more severe COVID-19 symptoms.