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149
Games
44
Pass Yards
4,301
Rush Yards
30
Rush TD
177
Receptions
1,559
Rec Yards
Craig Heyward is a former running back out of Pittsburgh, selected by the New Orleans Saints with the 24th overall pick (round 1) in the 1988 NFL Draft. He played 149 regular-season games from 1988 to 1998. He was named to 1 Pro Bowl.
Draft Details
Craig Heyward Career Stats
- 1× Pro Bowl selection.
- Primary starter for 6 seasons.
- Ranks 2nd in the 1988 draft class in rushing yards (4,301).
Career Totals
| Games | Pass Yds | INT Thrown | Rush Yds | Rush TD | Rec | Rec Yds | Rec TD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 149 | 44 | 1 | 4,301 | 30 | 177 | 1,559 | 4 |
Career span: 1988–1998.
Source: nflverse · Updated Sep 28, 2026
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| 1 | 10 |  NYG |
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