Ryan Shazier takes in Steelers' game against Patriots at Heinz Field
Lorenzo Reyes
PITTSBURGH – He’s not with his teammates on the sideline, but Steelers linebacker Ryan Shazier is in the building.
Right before the New England Patriots began their first offensive possession Sunday evening in a massive showdown for first place in the AFC, the video board at Heinz Field showed Shazier in what appeared to be a suite, waving a yellow Terrible Towel. The crowd roared in support.
A member of the Steelers media relations staff confirmed that Shazier, who underwent spinal stabilization surgery Dec. 7 after he suffered an injury two weeks ago against the Bengals, is in attendance.
Shazier had remained hospitalized in Pittsburgh after having the procedure and several players, coaches, and team staff have visited him. The team placed Shazier on injured reserve, ending his season, but his presence in the stadium is a positive development.
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