Pittsburgh Steelers defensive lineman Cameron Heyward returned to practice Tuesday, ending a hold-in that spanned nearly two weeks amid his contract negotiations. But according to ESPN's Brooke Pryor, his participation does not signal any steps toward a new deal nor his acceptance of playing on his present contract.

Steelers defensive lineman Cameron Heyward ended his hold-in Tuesday. He donned his pads and joined his team in all phases of practice, including team work, coach Mike Tomlin said.