Most professional football players earn recognition through their performance on the field. For rookie offensive lineman Shiyazh Pete, his fame spread through words spoken after the game.
Pete has become widely known as the first Navajo player to sign an NFL contract. His coach offered him the opportunity to speak to his teammates in the locker room. His speech resonated with many, quickly becoming viral.
Amna Nawaz’s Conversation with Shiyazh Pete
Amna Nawaz, co-anchor and co-managing editor of PBS News Hour, interviewed Pete about his remarkable journey and the impact of his words.