When ex-NFL players turn into coaches, they become the whetstone that polishes stars to greatness. Pouring all their years of experience into the field, they stand as the sharpest tools at the team’s disposal. Straight from rookie draft picks to explosive play styles on the gridiron, these guys develop it all. So when a veteran DT like Cam Heyward raises a toast to one of the greatest coaches that ever stepped foot into the Steelers building, it’s not just a one-off honor. It’s a hat-tip to the guy who shaped the early years of his intense career.
Back in 2024, a legendary coach had this to say about Cam Heyward: “Cam was definitely my guy that year, and here he is still playing. He’s probably having one of his very, very best seasons this year.” When Heyward was just a rookie with a big dream, it was this coach who saw the potential within Heyward. It’s not every day you get to hear a coach say “my guy,” and Heyward certainly proved he was worth that first-round pick way back in 2011. That coach? None other than Dick LeBeau. The man who single-handedly shaped the Steelers’ defence through 13 years of guidance. And that’s exactly what Heyward’s announcement is all about.
Cam Heyward is bringing the legends back to town. In a post on X by his podcast page, Not Just Football, he made the big announcement. “Coach, mentor, legend — and the best actor in the NFL. The Godfather of the Zone Blitz, Dick LeBeau, joins Cam Heyward for laughs, memories, and football wisdom you can’t get anywhere else. A heartfelt and fun episode of Not Just Football drops Tuesday.” Clear your schedules. The guy who invented the zone blitz is coming to talk to one of his favorite draft picks. And Heyward is excited to meet his old mentor as he shared the post with a short, “can’t wait to see yall!”
Can’t wait for yall to see! https://t.co/gThdB32ZDy
— Cam Heyward (@CamHeyward) May 25, 2025
Dick LeBeau’s the one who led the Steelers to five No. 1 defense rankings as a defensive backs coach. Add to that another eleven top-10 rankings, and you know what this guy was all about. LeBeau even dominated the gridiron when he was on it himself. 14 seasons with the Detroit Lions is nothing to joke about. The straight-up ball-hawk snagged 62 interceptions in his career, a record for Lions history. The three-time Pro-Bowling HOFer also set the record for most consecutive games played at cornerback. Stories he can share could easily fill a book series titled ‘Owning the Defensive Positions in the NFL.’ But Heyward and LeBeau talk about the glorious past for the Steelers; their future, for one, is still a big question mark. And it’s certainly not made easy by the veteran brand the world knows as A-Rod. But he’s dropping hints of hope.
Aaron Rodgers sparks hope for Steelers fans, AGAIN
May is here, and there’s still no official word from the elusive Aaron Rodgers. The guy knows the league (Steelers especially) is waiting for him to sign the dotted lines with bated breath. But that doesn’t mean he’s going to give away the secrets he’s holding so close. Even if you ask him a direct question, he still manages to knock it out of the park in style, and with a little cheek. And that’s exactly what he did, again.
Aaron Rodgers took some fan questions recently at a Mike Stud event. One of the questions was whether the fans will ever get to see A-Rod playing for the Chicago Bears. And his elusive answer all but confirmed his future, right alongside taking a dig at the Bears. “I believe there’s a team that might play in Chicago this year on a road trip. – I don’t know, not sure. Got to check it out. I love Chicago, though. Way more than they love me. It’s been a great relationship. All one way.” Let’s address the cheek first. The Bears have suffered some tough defeats at the hands of A-Rod when he was with the Packers. So you can see why he would love Chicago, for his victories. But what’s the team that plays in Chicago this season? Big surprise, it’s the Pittsburgh Steelers in Week 12.
They’re not the only teams who’ll be travelling to Soldier Field, Saints and Vikings are on the list as well. But they’ve already got their QB room sorted. While A-Rod was certainly linked to the Vikings with some interest, it doesn’t look like A-Rod could join them. Interestingly, another guy asked him if he would be playing for the Saints. The crisp “no” only makes you wonder about the Bears’ comment earlier. So what’s it going to be? The Steel City is waiting with open arms. The OTAs are just around the corner now. Is this the final hint by Rodgers before he lands a black and gold jersey?
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