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Heyward played 32 snaps on offense, which is 47 percent of the team's total of 68 against Miami. He also notched eight snaps on special teams. 'Yeah, I think Connor had a really solid showing,' said Kubiak of his fullback. 'That's what we have come to expect from him.'
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Heyward logged 47% of offensive snaps in Week 1; Kubiak praised his blocking and football IQ.

Heyward played 32 snaps on offense (47 percent of the Raiders' 68 total snaps) plus eight special teams snaps in Week 1 against Miami. Kubiak praised his performance, noting that Heyward's ability to use his brain, get defenders on the ground, and serve as a cleanup guy when blocks are missed or assignments are mis-targeted stood out. The source notes it will be interesting to see how his snap counts fluctuate or remain stable as the season progresses.

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