Ryan Dean Shazier is a retired American professional football player known for his impactful career as a linebacker with the Pittsburgh Steelers in the National Football League (NFL). Shazier's journey began in college football with the Ohio State Buckeyes, where his talent and dedication earned him selection by the Steelers in the first round of the 2014 NFL Draft. His contributions both in college and the NFL left a lasting legacy in the world of football.