Teresa Varley
@Teresa_Varley
@steelers writer for https://t.co/xQiiwntzWu Assistant Editor Steelers Digest
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http://www.steelers.com 03-06-2014 13:23:36
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'It was amazing. I felt like all of my work really finally paid off. Iβve got a lot to prove. Having that edge and having a lot to prove makes you the most dangerous man in the room. I am ready to work.' - Ryan Watts
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'I think on the field there is only one way to play this game. When you are off the field, there is no reason not to be a good person and nice to people.' - Mason McCormick
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'Growing up watching the Pittsburgh Steelers defense, that is the way I model how I play. Hard, fast, physical and playing as tough as you can play. Super excited to get with everyone there and continue to elevate my game.' - Payton Wilson
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'The reason they took me is they expect me to come in and play and help this team win games. That is exactly what I am going to come in and do.' - Roman Wilson
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'I know how much offensive line means to the Pittsburgh Steelers, their long tradition of having great o-linemen and great offensive lines. Itβs special. I am excited.' - Zach Frazier
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'It couldnβt have gone any better. Just growing up, being a fan of the Steelers, I know a lot about the team and the history. I am super excited, and it couldnβt have been any better. Itβs with the team I grew up loving.' - Troy Fautanu β’
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'It was emotional. My mom started crying. My whole family was emotional. It was an awesome moment for everyone to share because all of them were so influential to my success. It was great. It was special to be a part of.' - Pat Freiermuth on his draft day
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'When you go into a room with a lot of love, a lot of hope, anything is possible.' - Russell Wilson truly understands how important giving back to the community is, with his visit to UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh a prime example
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'It means a lot. It was cool for me when I got drafted, Franco Harris announced my pick. That was really special. Now having the opportunity to welcome one of my future teammates to the organization is cool.' - Pat Freiermuth
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'There were tears of joy. It didn't hit me till later. Honestly, it was surreal. I feel like it doesn't hit you until later. But it sunk in later that night and my mom and I were just hugging and extremely excited.' - Connor Heyward
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'You see those things on TV and for it to be happening, it was this unbelievable moment. After I hung up the phone, there were tears, especially from my parents. I tried not to shed many, but a few came out.' - DeMarvin Leal on his draft night
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