Linebacker Ryan Shazier wasn't on the field for the Pittsburgh Steelers, but he was far from forgotten.
After he underwent spinal surgery days ago, Shazier got to virtually celebrate with his teammates on FaceTime Sunday night after their AFC North-clinching victory over the Baltimore Ravens, when he learned he'd get the game ball. Here's a look:
He also sent a message shared by the Steelers:
It was clear from his teammates what having Shazier participate meant to them:
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