-
August 2, 2014
Packers had eyes on Shazier in NFL Draft
It wasn't just Dallas who wanted the guy the Steelers selected with the 15th pick. According to a report, the Packers wanted Shazier to hunt down 49ers QB Colin Kaepernick.
-
-
May 14, 2014
Tomlin's Run and Hit Linebackers becoming standard
It used to be the 250-pound linebacker vs. the equal weight fullback. Now, the lighter, athletic linebackers are being employed to counter four receiver offenses. Mike Tomlin's Run and Hit Linebackers are becoming the standard.
-
May 12, 2014
Steelers 'planned to select' Gilbert or Beckham
NFL.com reported the Steelers would have taken Justin Gilbert or Odell Beckham if either were available. The Steelers didn't likely have Ryan Shazier as the best player in the draft, so it isn't unreasonable to think other players were rated higher.
-
May 11, 2014
Steelers meet goal of becoming more versatile
The Steelers clearly wanted to become a more versatile football team by the end of the 2014 NFL Draft. They succeeded in that plan.
-
May 10, 2014
Shazier, Bryant teammates after Orange Bowl duel
Ryan Shazier and Martavis Bryant did battle against each other in the final college game of their careers. Four months later, the two will now battle for the same cause as members of the Steelers.
-
May 10, 2014
Steelers depth chart: How the picks fit on roster
All three of the Steelers' picks through three rounds of the 2014 NFL Draft will probably see snaps every game. Here's a rundown of how they will contribute to the current depth charts at each position.
-
May 10, 2014
Shazier lays out Cal quarterback
It's this kind of vision and explosive athleticism that led the Steelers to take Shazier with the 15th pick. As a stand-alone trait, his speed is beneficial but his biggest value will be what that allows others to do.
-
May 10, 2014
Ryan Shazier given No. 50 jersey
It's a physical departure and kind of a shock to see the jersey number of Larry Foote worn by someone else, but the Run and Hit Steelers Defense needs to establish its identity as its own.
-
May 9, 2014
Shazier says coaches have told him weight is fine
The Steelers aren't concerned with Shazier's Combine weight of 237. Three other numbers - 4.37 - have more of their attention.
-
May 9, 2014
Steelers Film Room: Splash Player
The Steelers get the defensive playmaker they coveted.
-
May 9, 2014
The Standard is The Standard Post Round 1 show
Ryan Shazier is the solution to a lot of defensive problems, so says The Standard is The Standard hosts Neal Coolong and Lance Williams.
-
May 9, 2014
Shazier's agent on phone to Cowboys when drafted
Gerry Dulac reports that the Dallas Cowboys were set to draft Ryan Shazier one pick after the Steelers did so. This indicates the Steelers got perfect value for their 15th overall pick in the draft.
-
May 8, 2014
Shazier pick given B+ grade
The CBS sports crew have given the Steelers a B+ grade for their selection of linebacker Ryan Shazier in the 2014 nfl draft.
-
May 8, 2014
Tomlin says Steelers drafted Ryan Shazier for need
Head coach Mike Tomlin and general manager Kevin Colbert spoke about the newest member of the Pittsburgh Steelers, and alluded to the subtle distinction between specific positional needs and overarching unit/team needs.
-
May 8, 2014
Ohio State's Shazier shows tremendous explosion
He may not have the size typically associated with an NFL linebacker but he can continue building strength-wise. No player can be taught the kind of explosion Ohio State's Ryan Shazier shows on the field.
-
May 8, 2014
Twitter reaction from fans over Shazier pick
It's mostly positive due to the athleticism Shazier brings, but there are some who feel he was picked a bit too high.
-
May 8, 2014
SHOCKER WITH SHAZIER
Steelers select linebacker Ryan Shazier with the 15th overall pick.