From Undrafted to Star with Mentorship | San Francisco 49ers News

From undrafted rookie to NFL star, Azeez Al-Shaair credits veteran fullback Kyle Juszczyk for turning his career around—offering unwavering mentorship during his toughest days with the 49ers. Juszczyk, a Pro Bowl legend who didn’t have to invest in a young player, chose to guide him anyway, helping shape Al-Shaair’s game and mindset. That bond endured even after Al-Shaair moved teams, and when he earned a massive 54-million-dollar contract with the Texans after a breakout season, he still called Juszczyk’s public praise “surreal.” Their story is a powerful reminder that behind every superstar is a teammate who believed—and helped them become more than they thought possible. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/556a1bc381372801