History of Connor Heyward in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: March 13, 2026

Connor Heyward is a professional American football player currently playing fullback and tight end for the Pittsburgh Steelers in the NFL. He played college football at Michigan State. Notably, Heyward comes from a football family; his father, Craig Heyward, was a Pro Bowl NFL player, and his older brother, Cameron Heyward, is an All-Pro NFL player. He is currently in the NFL and has carved out his own path.

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January 22, 1999: Connor Heyward Born

On January 22, 1999, Connor Heyward was born. He is the son of Craig Heyward and the younger brother of Cameron Heyward.

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November 25, 2017: First Collegiate Touchdown

On November 25, 2017, Connor Heyward scored his first collegiate touchdown while playing for Michigan State against Rutgers.

2018: 2018 Season

In 2018, Connor Heyward rushed 118 times for 529 yards and five touchdowns. He also had 32 catches for 249 yards.

2019: 2019 Season

In 2019, Connor Heyward lost his starting position, left the team and entered the NCAA transfer portal. He later returned to the team and redshirted the year.

2020: 2020 Season

In the COVID-19-shortened 2020 season, Connor Heyward led the Spartans with 65 carries and had 200 rushing yards and two touchdowns with 18 receptions for 71 yards and two touchdowns.

2021: 2021 Season

Prior to the 2021 season, Connor Heyward moved from running back to H-back. He caught 35 passes for 326 yards and two touchdowns in his final season.

December 4, 2022: First Professional Touchdown

On December 4, 2022, Connor Heyward scored his first professional touchdown in Week 13 against the Atlanta Falcons, with a 17-yard catch.

2022: NFL Draft

In 2022, Connor Heyward was selected in the sixth round with the 208th overall pick in the NFL draft by the Pittsburgh Steelers.

2023: 2023 Season

During the 2023 season, Connor Heyward had 23 receptions for 167 yards.

2024: 2024 Season

During the 2024 season, Connor Heyward made his first playoff appearance. He had one touchdown in Week 5 against the Dallas Cowboys and made a second postseason appearance.

2025: 2025 Season Stats

During the 2025 season, Connor Heyward played wildcat quarterback on quarterback designed run plays, including multiple tush push plays. Heyward finished the 2025 season with 15 total carries for 43 yards and two rushing touchdowns and 3 receptions for 21 yards and one receiving touchdown.