Former Ohio State linebacker Ryan Shazier has been placed on the reserve/retired list by the Pittsburgh Steelers. It could signal the end of his professional football playing career.
The news came directly from the Steelers, and based on the release, it appears there may be room to still be a part of the organization.
“Ryan’s placement on the Reserve/Retired List serves as a matter of protocol to ensure his continued inclusion within our organization moving forward in his professional career,” said Steelers General Manager/Vice President Kevin Colbert in the release.
Shazier’s story has been an inspiring one. He suffered a severe spinal cord injury against the Cincinnati Bengals back on December 4, 2017. He spent the last two seasons on the team’s Reserve/Physically Unable to Perform list.
We have placed Ryan Shazier on the Reserve/Retired List.https://t.co/AR2JG4avla
— Pittsburgh Steelers (@steelers) March 17, 2020
Shazier was originally selected by the Steeers in the first round of the 2104 NFL Draft and made the Pro Bowl after the 2016 season. Let’s hope Shazier is still a big part of professional football and that his story continues to inspire and motivate many.