Ryan Shazier was born in 1992 and is a former American football linebacker, best known for his time with the Pittsburgh Steelers in the National Football League (NFL). He played college football at Ohio State University and was selected by the Steelers in the first round of the 2014 NFL Draft.
Shazier has alopecia areata, an autoimmune condition that leads to hair loss, including on the scalp and eyebrows. As a child, he faced teasing and ridicule because of his appearance. With strong support from his parents, Shazier developed resilience and an empathetic outlook, which helped him overcome the challenges associated with the condition.
Shazier began gaining attention during his freshman year at Ohio State, where he appeared in every game of the season and made three starts. His first career start came late in the season against Penn State, where he recorded an impressive 15 tackles. Over the final two games of the season, he added 57 tackles, 5 tackles for loss, 3 sacks, and 2 forced fumbles, showcasing his impact on the Buckeyes' defense.
As a sophomore, Shazier started all 12 games. In a standout performance against Penn State, he recorded 8 tackles, 2 sacks, and an interception that shifted momentum in the third quarter. A week later, against Wisconsin, he tallied 12 tackles and 3 tackles for loss, including a critical goal-line stop on fourth-and-inches. He finished the 2012 season leading the Big Ten with 17 tackles for loss and ranked second in the conference with 115 total tackles.
Shazier’s junior season at Ohio State was his most prolific. In a dominant game against Indiana, he recorded more than 20 tackles, tying a school record with 16 solo tackles and contributing 5 tackles for loss. His exceptional performance throughout the season earned him first-team All-American honors from Sports Illustrated, ESPN.com, USA Today, and the Associated Press.
By the end of his college career, Shazier had amassed 208 solo tackles, 315 total tackles, and 14.5 sacks. In 2013, he declared for the NFL Draft, forgoing his senior season. He was selected 15th overall in the first round by the Pittsburgh Steelers in 2014, marking the start of his professional football career.
In addition to his football career, Ryan Shazier remains active in advocating for individuals with alopecia. Represented by Creative Artists Agency, Shazier uses his platform to support those facing challenges similar to his own. He often shares insights and encouragement on his Twitter account, @RyanShazier.
| Birth Date: | 6 Sep, 1992 |
| Age: | 27 yrs |
| Occupations: | American football player |
| Citizenship: | United States of America |
| Birth Place: | Fort Lauderdale |
| Education: | Ohio State University |
| Gender: | Male |
| Description: | American football player |
| Net Worth 2021: | 4 million |
