Intimidating on the field, Heyward is kind, giving off it
My parents taught me to give back. My parents really instilled that in me.
Cameron Heyward is an intimidating, menacing force on the football field, but off the field, it’s a completely different story.
Heyward has a heart of gold under the helmet and shoulder pads. Dare I even say, he’s a softie, especially when it comes to helping others, to giving back to the community, to making a difference in the lives of people he might never even meet.
It’s just who he is. It’s how he was raised. It’s what he is passionate about and tireless in his efforts to do good in a world where good is so desperately needed.
That is why Heyward is the Steelers nominee for the Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year Award. It’s the fourth time Heyward has been nominated for the prestigious honor, and quite honestly one he should win hands down, even though he doesn’t do any of it for recognition or praise.
“There’s not a box that he doesn’t check,” said Coach Mike Tomlin. “From a quality of play
