By Mallory Mattingly
The upcoming documentary about Pittsburgh Steelers defensive tackle Cam Heyward’s father explores his family and football legacy.
According to Deadline, the untitled feature “explores the deep relationship Cam had with his late father, NFL legend Craig ‘Ironhead’ Heyward, who died at age 39 of brain cancer when Cam was just a high school sophomore. Known for his brute strength and punishing style, Craig ‘Ironhead’ Heyward made a name for himself as one of the best NFL running backs during the 90s. After his passing in 2006, Cam continued his dad’s legacy by getting drafted to the Steelers and quickly becoming one of the premier defensive linemen in the game. A few years later, Craig’s youngest son, Connor, joined Cam in Pittsburgh.”
From Deon Taylor and Roxanne Avent Taylor’s Hidden Empire Sports Collective, the documentary will be directed and produced by the Taylors. Ephraim Salaam and Heyward will also produce.
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“Hidden Empire has given me the tools to embark on a journey to share my story – and my family’s story. So many people have stories, but not everyone gets to see the full picture. With this documentary, we hope to connect all the pieces and show what that full picture really looks like,” Heyward said.
Taylor added, “Cam is an extraordinary man in all facets of his life and a public role model in a time when they are becoming harder to find. He leads an inspirational and aspirational life and is inviting us in for a revealing feature centered on family that will simply hit different. We’re so happy and appreciative to be making this movie with him.”
Outside of football, Heyward runs the Heyward House, a nonprofit organization “dedicated to impacting the lives of today’s youth.”
His work both on the field and in his community earned Heyward the 2023 Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year award.
“Cameron Heyward’s character and contributions to his community are recognized by his teammates, the community, and greater NFL family,” NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell said in February 2024. “As a Pittsburgh native and a Steeler, he has made a unique contribution to his hometown through his dedication to literacy, mentorship and social justice. His leadership through initiatives such as The Heyward House Foundation, Suiting Up for Success and the Voices of Hope Scholarship have provided those in need crucial support in a time of need. We are extremely proud to name Cameron Heyward as our 2023 Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year.”
Football fans will enjoy learning more about Heyward’s and his father’s football legacies. No release date has been announced yet.
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