Former Pittsburgh Steelers Linebacker Ryan Shazier Files for Divorce
Introduction
Former Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Ryan Shazier has filed for divorce from his wife Michelle, nearly two months after she publicly accused him of cheating. The details surrounding the divorce case have been sealed by the court.
Allegations of Cheating
In November, Michelle Shazier exposed alleged text messages sent by Ryan Shazier to another woman named Marie. She accused him of being a “liar and a cheater” in a now-deleted social media post. One of the messages reportedly showed Ryan Shazier sending books to the other woman that contained guides on how to perform sexual acts.
Divorce Filing
Ryan Shazier filed for divorce from Michelle Shazier on Wednesday. The reason behind the divorce filing remains unknown as the court has sealed the case.
Marriage and Separation
Ryan and Michelle Shazier had been together for seven years before getting married in 2019. They have a 4-year-old son named Lyon together, while Ryan Shazier also has a 9-year-old son from a previous relationship. The couple announced their separation shortly after the allegations of cheating surfaced.
Ryan Shazier’s Career
Ryan Shazier was selected as the 15th overall pick by the Pittsburgh Steelers in the 2014 NFL Draft. He played his entire career with the Steelers before announcing his retirement from the NFL on September 9, 2020. His retirement came after a career-ending spinal injury he suffered during a game against the Cincinnati Bengals on December 4, 2017.
Conclusion
Ryan Shazier has filed for divorce from his wife Michelle following allegations of cheating. The details of the divorce case have been sealed by the court. Ryan Shazier had a successful career with the Pittsburgh Steelers before retiring due to a spinal injury.