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Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Ryan Shazier watches during an NFL football practice, Wednesday, June 6, 2018, in Pittsburgh. Ryan Shazier announced his retirement on Wednesday, Sept. 9, 2020, nearly three years after a severe spinal injury forced the two-time Pro Bowler to put his career on hold. The 28-year-old said in a social media post that while he still loves the game, it is time to get on to the next chapter in his life. (AP Photo/ Photo/Keith Srakocic, File) **FILE**

Ryan Shazier, Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker, retires nearly three years after spinal injury

By Will Graves - Associated Press

FILE - In this Aug. 9, 2019, file photo, Pittsburgh Steelers Ryan Shazier, center, watches warmups before an NFL preseason football game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Pittsburgh. The Pittsburgh Steelers have placed the inside linebacker Ryan Shazier on the reserved/retired list. But the team says the move doesn't rule out the possibility of Shazier playing again. (AP Photo/Keith Srakocic, File)

Steelers LB Ryan Shazier announces retirement

By WILL GRAVES - Associated Press

Steelers place LB Shazier on reserve/retired list

By WILL GRAVES - Associated Press

FILE - In this June 6, 2018, file photo, Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Ryan Shazier takes questions during a news conference at the NFL football teams headquarters in Pittsburgh. Shazier has won the 2019 George Halas Award by the Professional Football Writers of America. The Halas Award is given to an NFL player, coach or staff member who overcomes the most adversity to succeed. Shazier is making progress from a spinal contusion suffered in the 2017 season while making a tackle and has not played since. (AP Photo/ Photo/Keith Srakocic, File)

Ryan Shazier wins Halas Award for overcoming adversity

By The Associated Press - Associated Press

Ryan Shazier, right, walks with his wife Michelle to announce the Pittsburgh Steelers selection in the first round of the NFL football draft, Thursday, April 26, 2018, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip) ** FILE **

Ryan Shazier, once-paralyzed Steeler, able to dance at his wedding

By Adam Zielonka - The Washington Times

Pittsburgh Steelers first-round draft choice in the NFL Draft Devin Bush shows his draft day jersey after a news conference, Friday, April 26, 2019, in Pittsburgh. (AP Photo/Keith Srakocic)

Rare move up to draft Devin Bush highlights Steelers draft

By WILL GRAVES - Associated Press

Steelers keep injured LB Ryan Shazier on roster in 2019

Associated Press

FILE - In this Sunday, Oct. 7, 2018, file photo, Pittsburgh Steelers injured linebacker Ryan Shazier, right, poses with Pittsburgh Penguins NhL hockey player Sidney Crosby before an NFL football game against the Atlanta Falcons in Pittsburgh. Shazier will be back in Cincinnati on Sunday, but in an entirely new role for the Pittsburgh Steelers. Ten months after sustaining a spinal injury that threatened his career, the linebacker is thriving as a de facto coach. (AP Photo/Don Wright, File)

Career in limbo, Steelers LB Shazier helping in other ways

By WILL GRAVES - Associated Press

Steelers place LB Ryan Shazier on IR, ending 2018 season

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Ryan Shazier, left, and his wife Michelle, right, stand with commissioner Roger Goodell, during the Pittsburgh Steelers' selection in the first round of the NFL football draft, Thursday, April 26, 2018, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)

Injured Steelers LB Shazier makes surprise pick at draft

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New England Patriots head football coach Bill Belichick, right, answers a question from a reporter at the coaches breakfast during the NFL owners meetings, Tuesday, March 27, 2018 in Orlando, Fla. (Phelan M. Ebenhack/AP Images for NFL)

The Latest: Lowering helmet to make hit now 15-yard penalty

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Injured Steelers LB Ryan Shazier vows to play again

Associated Press

FILE - In this Jan. 14, 2016, file photo Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Ryan Shazier (50) waits to run a drill during an NFL football practice in Pittsburgh. Shazier was released from the hospital on Thursday, Feb. 1, 2018, nearly two months after suffering a spinal injury in a victory over Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar, File)

Steelers’ Shazier released from hospital after spinal injury

Associated Press

FILE - In this June 13, 2017, file photo, Pittsburgh Steelers' Ryan Shazier is shown at an NFL football minicamp, in Pittsburgh. Pro Bowl linebacker Ryan Shazier attended practice on Wednesday, Jan. 10, 2018, for the first time since injuring his spine against Cincinnati last month.(AP Photo/Keith Srakocic, File)

Injured Steelers LB Ryan Shazier attends practice

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Father of Steelers star Shazier says injured LB is improving

Associated Press

The helmet of Pittsburgh Steelers inside linebacker Ryan Shazier (50) sits on the field after an NFL football game between the Pittsburgh Steelers and the Baltimore Ravens in Pittsburgh, Monday, Dec. 11, 2017. The Steelers won one for injured star Shazier and wrapped up the AFC North in the process. The Steelers beat the Baltimore Ravens 39-38 to capture the AFC North Championship. (AP Photo/Don Wright)

Steelers put LB Shazier on injured reserve with spine injury

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Pittsburgh Steelers defensive end Cameron Heyward (97) takes the field holding the jersey of teammate Ryan Shazier (50) during introductions before an NFL football game against the Baltimore Ravens in Pittsburgh, Sunday, Dec. 10, 2017. (AP Photo/Keith Srakocic)

AFC North champion Steelers keep finding a way

By WILL GRAVES - Associated Press

Pittsburgh Steelers running back Le'Veon Bell (26) slips the tackles of Baltimore Ravens inside linebacker C.J. Mosley (57), left, and Eric Weddle, rear, for a touchdown during the first half of an NFL football game in Pittsburgh, Sunday, Dec. 10, 2017. (AP Photo/Don Wright)

Steelers lock up AFC North with 39-38 win over Ravens

By WILL GRAVES - Associated Press

Cincinnati Bengals running back Joe Mixon, bottom, is tackled by Pittsburgh Steelers inside linebacker Vince Williams (98) in the first half of an NFL football game, Monday, Dec. 4, 2017, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Gary Landers)

Steelers’ Williams adjusts with close friend Shazier injured

Associated Press

FILE - In this Monday, Dec. 4, 2017, file photo, Pittsburgh Steelers inside linebacker Ryan Shazier (50) is carted off the field after an injury in the first half of an NFL football game against the Cincinnati Bengals, in Cincinnati. The Steelers are spending this week trying to figure out who to play at inside linebacker in place of injured Ryan Shazier. (AP Photo/Frank Victores, File)

Steelers turn to versatile Moats in place of injured Shazier

By WILL GRAVES - Associated Press