Will Heyward

Will Heyward (born February 23, 1984) is an American former professional football defensive back. He had his best season with the Hamilton Tiger-Cats of the Canadian Football League (CFL). He was signed as a free-agent on May 19, 2010. He played college football at Texas State University–San Marcos and Arena Football League 2 prior to joining the Hamilton Tiger-Cats in May 2010.

Career

High school Heyward was an All-District wide receiver his Sophomore, Junior and Senior year in high school. After his Junior and Senior year, he was placed on the All-Region team selection as wide receiver. After his Senior year, he earned a spot on the All-State team as a defensive back and specialist. He completed his high school career with 238 tackles, 12 interceptions, 1,080 receiving yards, 14 touchdowns, 5 kickoff return touchdowns and 4 punt return touchdowns Heyward also ran track in high school. He was an All-Region selection his junior and senior year and finished 1st place in District for the 100-meter dash with a time of 10:47 his senior year.

Heyward signed with the Ottawa Redblacks before the 2014 season but was released in training camp, June 4, 2014.