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Connor Heyward

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A 6th-round pick (208th overall) in the 2022 NFL Draft out of Michigan State, Connor Heyward has built an NFL career since. He's currently with LV, in his 5th season in the league. His size stands out most — the 81st percentile at the position. Across 5 NFL seasons, he has totaled 45 catches for 388 yards and 3 touchdowns.

Size

6'0", 230#

College

Michigan State

Draft

Rd 6, 208th overall (2022)

Seasons

2022–2026

2023 ScoutIndex Rating · RB

Methodology
45.3

32th percentile among RBs · limited sample

14 games · 24 touches

Volume×0.1-0.67
Receiving×0.14-0.72
Total EPA×0.24+0.11
Conversion×0.1-0.04
Ball security×0.06+0.30
Yards/carry×0.12-0.08
Rush EPA/carry×0.24-0.29

Week 1 projection · vs MIA

Methodology
Rush yds19.5 (1.6–37.4)47% 20.5+
Rush yds19.5 (1.6–37.4)47% 20.5+
Rush yds19.5 (1.6–37.4)47% 20.5+
Rush yds19.5 (1.6–37.4)47% 20.5+
Rush yds19.5 (1.6–37.4)47% 20.5+
Rush yds19.5 (1.6–37.4)47% 20.5+
Rush yds19.5 (1.6–37.4)47% 20.5+
Rush TD0.2 (0–1)19% 0.5+
Rush TD0.2 (0–1)19% 0.5+
Rush TD0.2 (0–1)19% 0.5+
Rush TD0.2 (0–1)19% 0.5+
Rush TD0.2 (0–1)19% 0.5+
Rush TD0.2 (0–1)19% 0.5+
Rush TD0.2 (0–1)19% 0.5+
Rec1.2 (0–3)34% 1.5+
Rec1.2 (0–3)34% 1.5+
Rec1.2 (0–3)34% 1.5+
Rec1.2 (0–3)34% 1.5+
Rec1.2 (0–3)34% 1.5+
Rec1.2 (0–3)34% 1.5+
Rec1.2 (0–3)34% 1.5+
Rec yds14.9 (0–32.9)48% 15.5+
Rec yds14.9 (0–32.9)48% 15.5+
Rec yds14.9 (0–32.9)48% 15.5+
Rec yds14.9 (0–32.9)48% 15.5+
Rec yds14.9 (0–32.9)48% 15.5+
Rec yds14.9 (0–32.9)48% 15.5+
Rec yds14.9 (0–32.9)48% 15.5+

Mean (10th–90th percentile) · recent form × matchup. Informational, not wagering advice.

2023 attribute card

click a row to see the formula
AthleticismRushingReceivingImpact

group averages

Athleticism

Speed1▶

Percentile of 40-yard dash time among RBs at the NFL Combine (faster = higher), 2000–present.

Burst20▶

Percentile of vertical jump + broad jump among combine RBs.

Agilityno data▶

Percentile of 3-cone + short shuttle among combine RBs (faster = higher).

Size81▶

Height/weight z-score vs. the RB cohort (from official bio, not combine-dependent).

Rushing

Rush Efficiency30▶

Rushing EPA ÷ carry.

Yards/Carry45▶

Rushing yards ÷ carry.

Conversion48▶

(Rushing first downs + ½ rushing TD) ÷ carry.

Receiving

Receiving19▶

Receiving EPA ÷ target, plus a reception-volume bonus — the same formula behind the Rating's receiving component.

Impact

Ball Security62▶

Fumbles lost ÷ touch (fewer is better).

Volume39▶

Carries + receptions this season.

Efficiency59▶

Total EPA (rushing + receiving) per game.

Career (regular season)

SeasonTmSIGPass ydsPass TDRush ydsRush TDRecRec ydsRec TD
2026LV636-219
2025PIT74.3144323211
2024PIT48.7126401
2023PIT45.31423167
2022PIT57.91527121511

Career profile

Connor Heyward has appeared in 61 regular-season games across 5 NFL seasons on file, playing for 2 teams: PIT (2022–2025), LV (2026).

He has rushed for 68 yards and 2 touchdowns. As a receiver he has caught 45 passes for 388 yards and 3 touchdowns. His most productive receiving season was 2023 with PIT: 167 yards and 0 touchdowns in 14 games.

Career highs (regular season)

2023 splits

regular season
SplitGRecRec ydsRec TD
Home8
17
2.1/g
129
16/g
0
Away6
6
1.0/g
38
6/g
0
In division4
7
1.8/g
38
10/g
0
Out of division10
16
1.6/g
129
13/g
0
In wins9
14
1.6/g
109
12/g
0
In losses5
9
1.8/g
58
12/g
0
On grass8
17
2.1/g
114
14/g
0
On turf6
6
1.0/g
53
9/g
0
Indoors3
2
0.7/g
23
8/g
0
Outdoors11
21
1.9/g
144
13/g
0

2023 game log

WkOppLineScore
PostseasonBUF1 rec, 5 yds, 0 TD—
Week 1SF2 rec, 19 yds, 0 TD38.1
Week 2CLE—48.8
Week 3LV—38.4
Week 5BAL3 rec, 23 yds, 0 TD58
Week 7LAR2 rec, 23 yds, 0 TD51.3
Week 8JAX5 rec, 24 yds, 0 TD47.5
Week 9TEN2 rec, 16 yds, 0 TD50.6
Week 10GB3 rec, 32 yds, 0 TD48.8
Week 12CIN2 rec, 11 yds, 0 TD46.7
Week 13ARI—41
Week 14NE2 rec, 15 yds, 0 TD56.4
Week 15IND—49.2
Week 17SEA—47.9
Week 18BAL2 rec, 4 yds, 0 TD48.5

Connor Heyward — common questions

What position does Connor Heyward play?
Connor Heyward is listed as an FB.
Which teams has Connor Heyward played for?
In the seasons on file (1999 onward), Connor Heyward has played for PIT (2022–2025), LV (2026).
Where did Connor Heyward go to college?
Connor Heyward played college football at Michigan State.
When was Connor Heyward drafted?
Connor Heyward was selected in round 6, 208th overall, of the 2022 NFL Draft.
How many touchdowns has Connor Heyward scored?
Connor Heyward has 5 touchdowns in the regular-season games on file (2 rushing, 3 receiving).
What is Connor Heyward's ScoutIndex Rating?
Connor Heyward rated 63.0 for 2026, the 86th percentile among RBs (provisional or limited sample). Ratings run 0–99; about 60 is a league-average qualified starter.

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