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Not Just Football with Cam Heyward

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Not Just Football with Cam Heyward is a weekly podcast that gives fans a peek behind the curtain of NFL life. Pittsburgh Steelers first-round defensive tackle, 7x Pro Bowler, 4x First-Team All-Pro, and Walter Payton Man of the Year award winner Cam Heyward delivers his unfiltered thoughts on the league and headlines across all sports. Each week, he and his co-host and childhood best friend, Hayden, welcome top guests, including athletes, coaches, and celebrities, to talk sports, pop culture, and more. 🎤🏈💪 Subscribe to Not Just Football with Cam Heyward NOW and never miss the action
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Episodes

Reacting To The MASSIVE Steelers Trade + Interview With Pascal Groß | Not Just Football

Cam Heyward and Hayden break down a massive Steelers trade that sent Minkah Fitzpatrick to Miami — and then welcome German soccer star Pascal Groß to talk about life in the Bundesliga, why he ditched social media, and how he became a diehard NFL fan. In this episode: 🔥 Cam reacts live to the Minkah Fitzpatrick trade and why it’s bittersweet 🏈 What adding Jalen Ramsey and Jonnu Smith means for the Steelers defense 🎮 Cam and Hayden draft their all-time movie football teams (yes, Air Bud makes a...

Jul 01, 202554 min

What SNL Is ACTUALLY Like With Kenan Thompson | Not Just Football

Comedy legend Kenan Thompson joins Cam and Hayden on Not Just Football to talk about life on Saturday Night Live, growing up an Atlanta sports fan, and the art of staying funny for two decades straight.In this episode: 🎭 Kenan shares his wildest behind-the-scenes SNL stories and favorite sketches of all time 🏈 His love for the Falcons & Knicks and what it’s like watching games as a lifelong fan 😂 What it's like to accidentally break in a sketch on SNL 🎤 What it takes to stay fresh in com...

Jun 24, 20251 hr 13 min

Untold NFL Stories With Legendary Linebacker Joey Porter | Not Just Football

Steelers legend Joey Porter Sr. joins Cam Heyward and Hayden for a raw, hilarious, and brutally honest sit-down. From championship locker rooms to sideline fights and legendary beefs — JP doesn’t hold back. In this episode: 🏈 What made those early 2000s Steelers defenses so dangerous 🔥 The wildest trash talk moments — including when Joey almost took it too far 📣 Joey shares what he really told T.J. Houshmandzadeh before that infamous towel stomp 🎯 Behind the scenes of playoff rivalries, lock...

Jun 17, 20251 hr 24 min

Reacting To The Aaron Rodgers Signing With Pat Freiermuth | Not Just Football

In this special episode of Not Just Football, Cam Heyward is joined by tight end Pat Freiermuth during his annual golf tournament at Sewickley Heights! The two dive into the blockbuster Aaron Rodgers signing and what it means for the Steelers' locker room, offense, and Super Bowl hopes. Pat shares his honest thoughts on Rodgers as a leader, his own expectations for the season, and how his role might evolve with a future Hall of Famer under center. Skip to 9:19 for the Pat Freiermuth Interview 💍...

Jun 10, 202539 min

Jelly Roll on Overcoming Addiction & Unbelievable NFL Stories | Not Just Football

In one of the most personal and powerful episodes yet, Cam Heyward and Hayden sit down with Jelly Roll — the Grammy-nominated country star with hip-hop roots and a story that hits deeper than most. In this episode: 🎤 Jelly talks about going from jail cells to CMA red carpets 🧠 Mental health, self-inventory, and how daily reflection helps him stay grounded 🏟️ His surreal rise in the country music world — from not being allowed inside the CMAs to winning Best New Artist 💔 Why he threw his phon...

Jun 03, 20251 hr 14 min

Untold Steeler Stories With Special Hall of Famer Dick Lebeau | Not Just Football

Cam Heyward sits down with legendary coach/player Dick LeBeau for an episode that’s all about football, family, and decades of NFL wisdom. From stories of Troy Polamalu’s psychic plays to why the 2008 Steelers defense might never be topped, this one’s full of classic Steeler memories. In this episode: 🏈 How Coach LeBeau adapted to the modern NFL & why he says the 2008 defense is unbeatable 🔥 Stories about Troy Polamalu’s game-saving plays — and the silent communication with Ryan Clark 🎤 D...

May 27, 20251 hr 21 min

Derrick Harmon on playing in Pittsburgh, Rookie Year Expectations, And More | Not Just Football

Cam Heyward and Hayden welcome Steelers first round rookie Derrick Harmon to Not Just Football for his first big sit-down — and it’s full of draft night drama, rookie advice, hilarious college stories, and some brutal honesty about what it takes to make it in Pittsburgh. In this episode: ☎️ Harmon relives draft night and almost mistaking the Steelers’ call for a prank 🏈 Why Oregon beat out Ohio State, and what it was like playing for Dan Lanning 🧠 The hardest part of the transfer portal and go...

May 20, 202547 min

Reacting To The George Pickens Trade, & Special Guests Nick Herbig & Keeanu Benton | Not Just Football

0:00 Reacting to the George Pickens trade 🔄 7:20 Recapping The Ireland Trip 🇮🇪 22:40 Keeanu Benton & Nick Herbig 🎙️ Cam Heyward and Hayden are back — and the George Pickens trade is the first thing on the table. From behind-the-scenes locker room reactions to crazy fan theories, they break down the trade and what it means for the Steelers. After that they recap their wild trip to Ireland, and end it with a interview with Steelers Nick Herbig & Keeanu Benton. In this episode: 🏈 Cam r...

May 13, 20251 hr 2 min

Recapping The Steelers Rookie Class, Steelers Playing In Ireland, & More | Not Just Football

Cam Heyward and Hayden go international in this special live episode of Not Just Football, filmed in Dublin, Ireland 🇮🇪. From Steelers draft talk to Gaelic football confusion — this one’s got everything. In this episode: 🏈 Cam breaks down the Steelers’ 2025 Draft class and why Ohio State defenders always end up in Pittsburgh 🍻 Guinness vs Jameson, Irish whiskey vs coffee, and U2 vs The Cranberries — the great Irish debates 🩸 Cam tries black pudding live… then finds out it’s made of pig’s bl...

May 06, 202543 min

Steelers Rookie Class, Shedeur Sanders Fall, & More With Special Steeler Guests | Not Just Football

We're live from Tequila Cowboy in Pittsburgh for a special Not Just Football Draft Week episode! Cam Heyward and Hayden are joined by Steelers legends and current stars: Casey Hampton, Jaylen Warren, & Ryan Shazier. In this episode: 🧠 Cam’s thoughts on the Steelers' 2024 draft picks 🔥 Shedeur Sanders after brutal draft fall 🍗 Bone-in vs boneless wings, blue cheese vs ranch, and Steelers nation debates it all 🏈 Casey Hampton tells stories from his rookie days, Super Bowl runs, and partyin...

Apr 29, 20251 hr 43 min

Live From The NFL Draft: Untold Draft Stories, Sleeper Prospects, & More | Not Just Football

In this special live episode of Not Just Football, Cam Heyward and Hayden take the stage in Green Bay during NFL Draft week to talk shop with NFL legends and surprise guests. What’s inside: – Cam’s honest thoughts on the Aaron Rodgers drama – Draft day flashbacks from Eric Armstead, Max Starks, and Cam himself – Wildest training camp fights, O-line vs D-line brawls, and who earned “Fight Club” shirts – Max Starks breaks down the legendary Santonio Holmes catch in Super Bowl XLIII – Charles Davis...

Apr 25, 20251 hr 18 min

The Jets Were Wrong For This... + Damar Hamlin & Rome Odunze | Not Just Football

REMINDER! 🚨 Our next episode will be IN GREEN BAY LIVE AT THE DRAFT 🎟️ LINK TO BUY TICKETS: https://events.voxmedia.com/not-just-football-green-bay Cam Heyward and Hayden return - diving into NFL drama, WrestleMania chaos, and hilarious behind-the-scenes stories. - Cam reacts to how the Jets handled Aaron Rodgers: “You made him fly across the country just to get cut?” - The brutal truth about how NFL teams really release players - Rodgers’ mindset, retirement rumors, and why Cam says “respect ...

Apr 22, 20251 hr 11 min

Seth Rollins Reveals WWE Secrets, Beef With CM Punk, & Truth About WrestleMania | Not Just Football

WWE Superstar Seth Rollins joins Cam Jordan and Hayden for a can't-miss episode of Not Just Football. From the Bears' offseason moves to WrestleMania drama, Seth gets personal, opinionated, and brutally honest. – Seth's reaction to the Bears' offseason and draft strategy – Why Aaron Rodgers might be more like Seth than he admits – CM Punk, Roman Reigns, and what’s really going on backstage – Plans for a podcast episode in Dublin ahead of the Steelers game – A bet that might leave Cam or Seth in ...

Apr 15, 20251 hr 22 min

The Shedeur Sanders Debate + Wild NFL Stories With Saints' Cam Jordan

Cam and Hayden catch up on the final four, Sheduer Sanders 'ball pat' drama, and the Minecraft movie. We also have a great interview with Saints Defensive End Cam Jordan, where they make it clear they are DIFFERENT people, they talk NFL stories, their top tier 2011 draft class, and so much more. Follow Us On Socials! https://linktr.ee/notjustfootball Intro 0:00 Duke's Collapse 0:55 Florida's Walter Clayton Jr 3:52 Does Cooper Flagg Come Back To Duke? 4:32 UCONN Women's Dominance: 5:30 Paige Buec...

Apr 08, 20251 hr 21 min

Rich Eisen's Wild Steelers QB Prediction & His Craziest Sports Story

Rich and Cam dive into everything from Michigan vs. Ohio State and the Connor Stalions drama to bold NFL Draft predictions and Aaron Rodgers maybe becoming a Pittsburgh Steeler. Rich opens up about his time at ESPN, wild interview stories, and why he doesn’t beef with athletes. Plus, they touch on the greatest "What ifs" in NFL history, and even some TV talk with White Lotus and more. Like and follow the pod to support! 0:00 Intro 2:12 Michigan vs Ohio State 3:55 Rich's Connor Stalions Rant 11:1...

Apr 01, 20251 hr 8 min

The Aaron Rodgers Visit and special guest Jonnu Smith

On this episode of Not Just Football with Cam Heyward we recap the visit from Aaron Rodgers and the media storm that came from it. Then we sat down with Jonnu Smith to talk about his incredible season and the Dolphins future. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 25, 20251 hr 7 min

Breaking Down This Steeler Offseason + Mina Kimes and Bomani Jones Interviews | Not Just Football

On this episode of Not Just Football with Cam Heyward, we are joined by a very special guests: Mina Kimes and Bomani Jones. But first, we discuss all the moves the Steelers have made, plus what they might do at QB. We break down the wild Bengals Moves, talk March Madness, and of course, get into more Love Is Blind. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 18, 20251 hr 19 min

Reacting To The DK Metcalf Trade With Adam Ray | Not Just Football

We're recording from the stage at SxSW with comedian Adam Ray! In this episode, we dive into the Steelers recent moves, talk life as an athlete vs a comedian, and Adam does his hilarious impressions of Dr. Phil, Joe Biden, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 12, 20251 hr 12 min

Love Is Blind's Tyler Francis Reveals Everything | Not Just Football

On this episode of Not Just Football with Cam Heyward, Tyler Francis from Love Is Blind (& Pittsburgh native) joins the show to talk about what it's like to be on a reality show, how his life has changed, and they talk some Steeler football. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 04, 202553 min

Matthew Stafford on the market + Special Guests Jerome Bettis, James Harrison and Dan Marino

On this all new episode of Not Just Football with Cam Heyward we dive into the combine news and what it actually might mean if Matt Stafford were to be available this off season. Then we are joined by Steelers legends Jerome Bettis, James Harrison and Charlie Batch. Finally we close out the episode with NFL Hall of Famer Dan Marino. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 25, 20251 hr 6 min

Getting Cut from a Marvel Movie with Seth Rollins and Keegan-Michael Key | Not Just Football

On this episode of Not Just Football with Cam Heyward, we are joined by two very special guests - actor Keegan-Michael Key and Wrestling super star Seth Rollins. Seth gives insights into some the scenes of his that were cut from the latest Marvel film - Captain America: Brave New World. Keegan-Michael Key shares a story about the time that Cam came to a party he threw and the gift that was brought. Make sure to like and subscribe AND comment any guests you want Cam to sit down with this off seas...

Feb 18, 202540 min

Comedian Bert Kreischer and NFL Man of the Year Arik Armstead

On this post-Super Bowl episode of Not Just Football, we are joined by Bert Kreischer for a conversation covering anything and everything that came to Bert's mind. Then we sat down with Arik Armstead ahead of him winning NFL Man of the Year to hear a bit about his journey to winning the National Football League's most prestigious award. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 13, 202557 min

Russell Wilson & Ciara Interview + Super Bowl Preview

In this episode of Not Just Football, we’re live from radio row previewing the Super Bowl, plus we're interviewing Russ and Ciara at the Pro Bowl. 🔹 Should we go back to the old Pro Bowl? 🔹 Russ & Ciara dig deep about their relationship 🔹 Russ talks about Pete going to the Raiders 🔹 How Ciara reacts to Russ getting hit We also break down the Chiefs vs. Bills AFC Championship: 🏆 How do the Bills move forward after another heartbreak? 🏀 Is this like the Rockets vs. Warriors rivalry? 🤔 S...

Feb 06, 202544 min

Does the NFL Need to NERF the QB Sneak? | Not Just Football

In this episode of Not Just Football, we’re recording on a Monday before heading to the Pro Bowl! We kick things off with 3 & Out: 🔹 How impressive is Saquon Barkley? 🔹 Cam’s Top 5 RBs of the last decade 🔹 The Eagles’ unstoppable QB sneak – will the NFL "nerf" it? 🔹 Why hasn’t the NFC had a Mahomes or Brady-like dominance? We also break down the Chiefs vs. Bills AFC Championship: 🏆 How do the Bills move forward after another heartbreak? 🏀 Is this like the Rockets vs. Warriors rivalry? ...

Jan 30, 202552 min

Divisional Round Recap, Ohio State's Championship, & Championship Round Predictions | Not Just Football

Welcome to another exciting episode of Not Just Football! We're diving deep into: Ohio State Buckeyes' National Championship: Should Jeremiah Smith go pro early? How does this team compare to Stroud's and Fields' squads? NFL Drama: Diontae Johnson's surprising moves and Patrick Mahomes' officiating controversies. Championship Round Preview: Chiefs vs. Bills – can the Bills finally win? Eagles' rookie Jayden – best ever? PLUS: Surprising losses for the Lions and Ravens, sinking champagne sales, a...

Jan 23, 20251 hr 7 min

Ravens, Playoff Drama & Off-Season Keys | Not Just Football Ep. 102

In this episode, we break down the Ravens game and what went wrong in the last game? Are the Ravens the AFC favorites? Ravens vs. Chiefs vs. Bills: Who’s coming out of the AFC? Reflecting on the Steelers' season We also dive into the offseason and what the Steelers need to focus on moving forward, plus the Coaching carousel drama with the Patriots, Sam Darnold’s costly outing vs. the Rams: Did it hurt his wallet the most in NFL history? Eagles fans’ behavior: Crossing the line again? Wild curfew...

Jan 16, 202542 min

Who was Being called out? Christmas Games, MVP Race, and Bengals Preview | Ep. 101

In this episode of Not Just Football, we dive into the Chiefs Christmas game, who Cam and the defense were calling out, discuss the MVP race with Josh Allen, Lamar Jackson, and Joe Burrow, and take a look at the Giants' surprising home win. Plus, we tackle Saquon Barkley's quest for a rushing record, chat about fast food mishaps, and preview the Bengals matchup. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 02, 202557 min

Eagles Preview and Special Guest Claressa Shields | Ep. 99

On this week's episode, we look back at the win against the Browns and the episode of Hard Knocks. Then we look ahead to the game against the Eagles and are joined by special guest Claressa Shields. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 12, 20241 hr 14 min

Steelers beat the Bengals and Michigan Beats Ohio State | Ep. 98

On this all new episode of Not Just Football with Cam Heyward we jump into the episode with Michigan's shocking win over Ohio State, then we turn our attention to the Steelers win over the Bengals and the keys that went into that. We also get to hear what Hard Knocks has been like and a bit of the behind the scenes of it all. Finally we wrap up with a preview of the Browns game and a few TFL's and Game Balls. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 05, 20241 hr 1 min
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