Minkah Fitzpatrick has flattering praise for Steelers teammate Connor Heyward

Second-year Pittsburgh Steelers tight end Connor Heyward has emerged as one of the team's most important figures, and has also demonstrated an ability to be a versatile player having also played the role of fullback, running back and slot receiver.

And of course, he's the younger brother of current Steelers defensive tackle Cameron Heyward.

A 6th round pick of the Steelers from the Michigan State Spartans, his willingness to do whatever is asked of him in order to help Pittsburgh succeed is an "honorable" thing to do in the eyes of his teammate Minkah Fitzpatrick. 

“They ask him to do a lot, and he steps up,” Fitzpatrick said regarding Connor Heyward during a recent appearance on the “Not Just Football with Cam Heyward” podcast. “I remember when I got back last week watching practice, within a four-play span, he was doing four different roles. One play he was in the slot running an option route; next play they used him as a wrapper blocking the inside linebacker; next play he’s in the backfield running the ball. “The fact that he’s a young dude and stepping up and doing that is very honorable and respected.”

In his first NFL season, the younger Heyward hauled in 12 receptions for 151 receiving yards and one touchdown. What kind of stats are you anticipating from him in his sophomore year at the NFL level? 

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