Zach Frazier, former center of West Virginia University, has made it to the NFL with the Pittsburgh Steelers. His inclusion was announced by TE Pat Freiermuth at #51 in the second round of the draft.
Responding to his selection, Frazier said, “I just know how much the offensive line means to the Pittsburgh Steelers, their long tradition of having great o-linemen and great offensive lines.” It was a special day for Zach as he received warm responses from everyone and a special message from his wife, Steph.
Frazier’s wife, Steph, took to Instagram on DATE to post a heartfelt message for her husband. She posted their pictures with the caption, “Still can’t find the words to describe how it feels seeing you achieve your dream. Can’t wait to start this next chapter with you. Let’s go Steelers! 🖤💛” Her message was about Frazier’s selection by the Pittsburgh Steelers in the NFL draft on day 2 of the draft.
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Zach was happy with the special message as he responded, “❤️❤️❤️” He also credited her as the reason behind his success, saying, “My wife, she keeps me in check. I am really thankful for her.” He further added that his wife keeps him organized by maintaining his calendar, “She is really good, so I am thankful for her.”
The couple has been married for nearly a year but their relationship began at high school in 2019 and she has been a constant pillar in Zach’s life. Zach is hopeful that he will build an equally fruitful relationship with the Pittsburgh Steelers.
Zach Frazier & Pittsburgh Steelers; a mutually beneficial deal
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Zach’s former coach Neal Brown was ecstatic about the selection as he said, “The city of Pittsburgh and Steeler Nation are gonna love Zach Frazier. He is a high-character guy who works extremely hard, and he absolutely loves football.” While praising Zach, Neal Brown explained that Zach loves everything related to football, whether it is weightlifting or film study. Zach is tough, hard-working, and has a team-oriented mindset, thus making him fit for the job on the O-line for the Steelers.
Brown further added Zach couldn’t have landed in a better spot as the Steelers’ base is merely an hour and a half away from the latter’s home. Overall, Frazier is more than happy to be with the Steelers, and the deal can be considered mutually beneficial as both parties are happy with it.