Steve Allen Heiden was born on September 21,1976 and is an American football coach and former player who currently serves as the offensive line coach for the New York Jets of the National Football League.
12 Facts About Steve Heiden
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Steve Heiden majored in early childhood education at South Dakota State University.
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Steve Heiden was selected by the San Diego Chargers in the third round in the 1999 NFL draft.
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In 2003, despite missing the final seven league games because of an ankle injury, Steve Heiden had a career-high season with 18 receptions for 134 yards.
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Steve Heiden made 43 receptions for 401 yards and three touchdowns.
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On November 18,2009, the Browns placed Steve Heiden on injured reserve with an ankle injury after the Monday Night Football game.
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Besides kicker Phil Dawson, Steve Heiden had played for the Browns longer than any other player on the team.
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On March 12,2010, Steve Heiden was released by the Browns.
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Steve Heiden did not want to retire, but felt his life was at risk.
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On February 5,2013, Steve Heiden was hired by the Arizona Cardinals as their assistant special teams and assistant tight ends coach.
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On February 2,2023, Steve Heiden was hired by the Detroit Lions as their tight ends coach.
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On January 29,2025, Steve Heiden was hired by the New York Jets to serve as their offensive line coach.