PITTSBURGH -- Pittsburgh Steelers star defensive lineman Cam Heyward returned to practice on Tuesday, ending a hold-in that had carried on over the last few weeks as he looks to renew his contract.

Coach Mike Tomlin said Tuesday that quarterback Aaron Rodgers, edge T.J. Watt, defensive lineman Cam Heyward and wide receiver DK Metcalf will not play. Every other player is in the mix to see at least a few snaps, Tomlin said.

Howard was spotted at Steelers practice with a brace on his right hand, catching footballs only with his left.

In a new trade package prediction from Bleacher Report, the Steelers acquire Dolphins WR Tyreek Hill in exchange for Nick Herbig and multiple picks.

Aaron Rodgers' first official snaps with the Pittsburgh Steelers will have to wait until Week 1. Coach Mike Tomlin said Tuesday that Rodgers, along with several other key players, won't play against Carolina in Thursday's preseason finale.

Cameron Heyward returned to practice Tuesday, but that doesn't mean he is happy with his contract situation. ESPN's Brooke Pryor reported Tuesday there has been no progress toward a renegotiated contract despite a source saying the return to practice "doesn't signal the end of his desire for a renegotiation."

Following Cam Heyward's apology to Aaron Rodgers, the outspoken Mark Madden blasted the Steelers veteran defender on social media.

Tampa Bay newcomer Teddy Bridgewater threw two touchdown passes in the first quarter to lead the Buccaneers to a 17-14 preseason road win over the Pittsburgh Steelers on Saturday night. The Bucs' offense struggled behind Kyle Trask (3/10,