Ryan Shazier's progress/recovery?

[smokin3000gt]

Any news on his recovery? I know he won't be playing anytime soon but is it looking more or less likely that he can or will make a comeback?

[GoSlash27]

From what I've been seeing, he's a beast in the weight room. He seems to believe that he will make it back on the field, else why would he work so hard? Kinda reminiscent of Rocky Bleier in 1970.

The question is whether the Steelers will keep him on the roster after this season. It might (like Bleier) take him years to make it back, and there's a good possibility it won't be with us.

[Dwinsgames]

he still isnt walking normally ( and he may never ) ...

until he can walk with no visible impairment any thoughts of a comeback should be greatly tempered ..

personally I doubt he ever plays again , but I continue to hold out hope he can resume a somewhat normal life

[86WARD]

he still isnt walking normally ( and he may never ) ...

until he can walk with no visible impairment any thoughts of a comeback should be greatly tempered ..

personally I doubt he ever plays again , but I continue to hold out hope he can resume a somewhat normal life

Fuck the normal life...I hope he can play at half the talent he had...he’d be better than most of the players on defense at that level...

[Steeldude]

Fuck the normal life...I hope he can play at half the talent he had...he’d be better than most of the players on defense at that level...


He is probably better than most at this moment.

[silver & black]

He isn't playing ever again.... you know it and I know it. I don't want him to play........... and you don't either!

I love the guy...... he was a Buckeye! But, he is NOT going to play again! Just stop it!

[86WARD]

I want him to play.

[DesertSteel]

He isn't playing ever again.... you know it and I know it. I don't want him to play........... and you don't either!

I love the guy...... he was a Buckeye! But, he is NOT going to play again! Just stop it!
Worry about the Raiders.

[GBMelBlount]

Worry about the Raiders.

I think it is awesome that he is working so hard to reach his goals instead of feeling sorry for himself.

I have so much admiration for this man...win or lose.

[vasteeler]

Worry about the Raiders.

Disregard this post Silver and Black. You're cool with us.

[steelreserve]

In an interview a week or two ago, he said one of his big goals at the moment was to be able to walk more on his own without the use of a cane.

You do see him doing a lot of "normal" or even physical stuff in public appearances, but you can tell it is always set up so that it's all things where he doesn't have to use his legs unsupported.

Not that there is anything wrong with wanting to live a normal life or appear that way, but let's face it, the odds of him playing professional football again are one in a million.

It's good that the organization has kept him involved with things like the scouting department and generally making it seem like he has a home with the team if that's what he wants.

[silver & black]

No worries here...lol.

I'm not worried about the Raiders at all.... I don't care that much. If they win or lose it doesn't change my life at all.... it's just entertainment. Not very good entertainment over the last decade+, but..............

There is nothing wrong with wanting your star player to play again. The truth is, even though he wants to play again, and a good many of you want him to play again, it probably isn't going to happen. It is a bad idea, even if he can manage to get back on the field. Everyone should happy that he's making progress toward walking and living a normal life. That is a victory in itself. I know I don't want to see him get re injured and be wheel chair bound for the rest of his life... and I'm sure none of you do, either.

I won't post about any of your players again. Shazier was a Buckeye, so I watched his whole career..... he was a special player. Just be happy you had him for while.

[pczach]

No worries here...lol.

I'm not worried about the Raiders at all.... I don't care that much. If they win or lose it doesn't change my life at all.... it's just entertainment. Not very good entertainment over the last decade+, but..............

There is nothing wrong with wanting your star player to play again. The truth is, even though he wants to play again, and a good many of you want him to play again, it probably isn't going to happen. It is a bad idea, even if he can manage to get back on the field. Everyone should happy that he's making progress toward walking and living a normal life. That is a victory in itself. I know I don't want to see him get re injured and be wheel chair bound for the rest of his life... and I'm sure none of you do, either.

I won't post about any of your players again. Shazier was a Buckeye, so I watched his whole career..... he was a special player. Just be happy you had him for while.



You aren't some troll fan trying to rile everybody up. You come here to talk about football.

Sometimes it's good to hear what someone on the outside thinks about our players.

You are always welcome here S&B.

[GoSlash27]

There is nothing wrong with wanting your star player to play again. The truth is, even though he wants to play again, and a good many of you want him to play again, it probably isn't going to happen. It is a bad idea, even if he can manage to get back on the field. Everyone should happy that he's making progress toward walking and living a normal life. That is a victory in itself. I know I don't want to see him get re injured and be wheel chair bound for the rest of his life... and I'm sure none of you do, either

S & B,
The idea of him playing football again frankly terrifies me. I think it's a horrible idea and I wouldn't recommend it. But... Being a fan of Shay (the person), I want him to achieve whatever goals *he* decides to set for himself. If he wants to play football again, all I can do is cringe and hope he makes it back someday.

Best,
-Slashy

[pczach]

S & B,
The idea of him playing football again frankly terrifies me. I think it's a horrible idea and I wouldn't recommend it. But... Being a fan of Shay (the person), I want him to achieve whatever goals *he* decides to set for himself. If he wants to play football again, all I can do is cringe and hope he makes it back someday.

Best,
-Slashy


Well said.

[EzraTank]

Speaking of linebackers ... I'm watching Chi/Tampa game on Sunday Ticket ... Mack is a beast. I wish we would have let Bell walk and traded for this guy. Could you imagine having him and Watt rushing the edges?

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No worries here...lol.

I'm not worried about the Raiders at all.... I don't care that much. If they win or lose it doesn't change my life at all.... it's just entertainment. Not very good entertainment over the last decade+, but..............

There is nothing wrong with wanting your star player to play again. The truth is, even though he wants to play again, and a good many of you want him to play again, it probably isn't going to happen. It is a bad idea, even if he can manage to get back on the field. Everyone should happy that he's making progress toward walking and living a normal life. That is a victory in itself. I know I don't want to see him get re injured and be wheel chair bound for the rest of his life... and I'm sure none of you do, either.

I won't post about any of your players again. Shazier was a Buckeye, so I watched his whole career..... he was a special player. Just be happy you had him for while.

Well, said. I get passionate about the Steelers but I'm 50 years old now. After the Steelers lose I'm pretty much dealing with my kids and life about 10 minutes later. I've had my younger years where I let it affect my life way too much. A wife, kids and life pretty much ends those days real quick.

[Mojouw]

I also wish that Mack was on the Steelers roster. But everyone remembers that even if they tried the Steelers couldn't have beaten Chicago's offer. Chicago's picks reasonably project to be far higher than Steelers.

Steelers would've had to add another 1st or multiple 2nd rounders to top the Bears offer.

[Born2Steel]

What I want and what reality is are far separated at this point. I want for Shazier to have never gotten injured. He simply cannot come back and be the player that he was. That player is why he was injured. If that player returns I believe he will get shut down by the coaches fast.

I understand the point S&B makes. I agree with that to the extent that that player is who Shazier is. His reckless attacking of the ball carrier is a thing of the past. Has to be. Therefore he cannot come back and be that same player that he was. Do we want to see him make it all the way back only to not be able to play the way he loves? I don't, that would be a disappointing, sad thing to watch once the shine of his actual return passed. In my heart I want what Shazier wants, I am just honest enough with myself to realize just can't happen.

[DesertSteel]

Disregard this post Silver and Black. You're cool with us.
I never said he wasn't cool. But he also doesn't need to wizz on Shazier's dream. The comment was disrespectful to Shazier. We can hold out hope for dope heads like Bryant and Gordon to come back so until a good man like Shazier says he's done I'll keep my hopes and prayers pulling for him.

[vasteeler]

I never said he wasn't cool. But he also doesn't need to wizz on Shazier's dream. The comment was disrespectful to Shazier. We can hold out hope for dope heads like Bryant and Gordon to come back so until a good man like Shazier says he's done I'll keep my hopes and prayers pulling for him.

No offense...it just came across as kind of dickish. In no way was he being disrespectful to RS

[DesertSteel]

No offense...it just came across as kind of dickish. In no way was he being disrespectful to RS
I took it that way. Just seemed real flippant. I still have hope.

[GBMelBlount]

I consider everyone in this thread a friend.

Words on a screen sometimes come across different than intended.

However, despite our friendship S&B, f*ck the Raiders! :chuckle:

:drink:

[DesertSteel]

I consider everyone in this thread a friend.

Words on a screen sometimes come across different than intended.

However, despite our friendship S&B, f*ck the Raiders! :chuckle:
Indeed. No ill will intended by me.

[silver & black]

I consider everyone in this thread a friend.

Words on a screen sometimes come across different than intended.

However, despite our friendship S&B, f*ck the Raiders! :chuckle:

:drink:

Duly noted! :drink:

[tube517]

I consider everyone in this thread a friend.

Words on a screen sometimes come across different than intended.

However, despite our friendship S&B, f*ck the Raiders! :chuckle:

:drink:

Except today. Congrats for beating the Stains, S&B.

[ALLD]

After watching the current team take the field I don't think he is any hurry if ever to return.

[GBMelBlount]

After watching the current team take the field I don't think he is any hurry if ever to return.

He would be an upgrade now.

[Fire Goodell]

Shalieve

[GBMelBlount]

Shalieve

Amen, brother. His glass is overflowing. What an inspiration.

[86WARD]

He's coming back...

https://twitter.com/StatsGuyDaniel/status/1070781223365046272

[GBMelBlount]

Shamazing.

[steelreserve]

He's coming back...

https://twitter.com/StatsGuyDaniel/status/1070781223365046272

Well that's incredible. Light years from where he was in the summer. I'm glad I only said it was a one-in-a-million chance for him to play again, and didn't say I'd eat dogshit or anything.

[Hawkman]

His stability is incredible.

[Shoes]

Fantastic!

[Fire Goodell]

NFL Comeback player of the year 2020 #Shalieve

[silver & black]

That is amazing. I sure never thought he could ever play again. I don't think he should, but if that is what he wants, I'll be rooting for him.

[86WARD]

I don’t think many thought he would be doing deadlifts...that’s not easy...lol

[Fire Goodell]

That is amazing. I sure never thought he could ever play again. I don't think he should, but if that is what he wants, I'll be rooting for him.

I'm not gonna lie, I'd worry about his health if he came back. But if he wants to play and the doctors clear him, who's to stop him. I just hope if that happens he cleans up his tackling technique that caused it.

Very happy for him right now though, with him jogging and doing deadlifts, he's pretty much near the point of being able to live a normal life. But I know he wants more than that.

[JimHarbaugh'ssoakedtissue]

I don’t think many thought he would be doing deadlifts...that’s not easy...lol I don't mess with them anymore cause of my age. That is pretty amazing for him. Gotta love his spirit!

[EzraTank]

The selfish part of me wants him to play again for us.

Then the realistic side realizes ...

A) He won't be as good because of age and the injury.
B) He could easily damage his back/spine again and this time NEVER walk (or even worse).


B) is the scariest thing and I hope whatever he choose it never happens. At this point it's completely up to him.

[Mojouw]

Shazier's progress and determination is astounding and heart-warming to see. But jogging and deadlifting are just so darn far from playing in the NFL.

In 2020 he would be a 28 year old at the start of the season who would be over 2 seasons removed from playing at any level, let alone at the highest level.

If the docs say he can go and Shazier and his family decide to try for it, I will root really hard for him and I hope the Steelers give him a real chance. But I still do not see how this will happen. I sincerely hope that Shazier returns to the team but as a coach or scout and climbs the ladder that way.

Regardless I will continue to root for this guy and wish him all the best!