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Bostic ‘would never say replace’ regarding Shazier

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Jon Bostic (57) celebrates during a game against the Steelers last season in Indianapolis. - MATT SUNDAY / DKPS

The Steelers' new linebacker, Jon Bostic, knows what the expectations will be for him -- at least for the next few months. He knows people will say he was brought in to help the team replace Ryan Shazier.

But Bostic, who passed his physical Monday after agreeing to terms on a two-year deal with the team Sunday, also knows replacing a two-time Pro Bowl player with the unique ability of Shazier isn't possible.

He just wants to be part of the equation for the Steelers.

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