Pierre Native Grey Zabel Prepares for Super Bowl LX

The rookie offensive lineman has anchored the Seattle Seahawks' offensive line this season.

Feb. 3, 2026 at 4:15pm

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Grey Zabel, a native of Pierre, South Dakota, has had a standout rookie season with the Seattle Seahawks, starting all 17 games and helping anchor an offensive line that ranked near the top of the league in several key categories. Zabel, who attended Riggs High School in Pierre and played college football at North Dakota State, was the 18th overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft. He now has the chance to become the latest South Dakota native to hoist a Lombardi Trophy, joining players like Dallas Goedert and Cooper DeJean.

Why it matters

Zabel's success story is a point of pride for the state of South Dakota, which has produced a number of talented NFL players in recent years. His journey from a small town to the biggest stage in professional football is an inspiring one, and his performance in the Super Bowl could further cement his status as a rising star in the league.

The details

Zabel started all 17 games for the Seahawks this season, helping the team rank near the top of the league in several offensive categories. He was part of an offensive line that allowed just three quarterbacks to be sacked fewer times than Seattle's Sam Darnold, and the team finished 11th in the NFL in rushing yards per game.

  • Zabel was the 18th overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft.
  • Zabel started all 17 games for the Seahawks during the 2026 regular season.

The players

Grey Zabel

A rookie offensive lineman for the Seattle Seahawks, who hails from Pierre, South Dakota and attended Riggs High School and North Dakota State University.

Dallas Goedert

An NFL player from Aberdeen, South Dakota who attended Britton-Hecla High School and won a Super Bowl with the Philadelphia Eagles last year.

Cooper DeJean

An NFL player from Sioux Falls, South Dakota who won a Super Bowl with the Los Angeles Rams last year.

Jalen Sundell

A fellow North Dakota State alum who will start alongside Zabel on the Seahawks' offensive line in the Super Bowl.

Sam Darnold

The Seattle Seahawks' starting quarterback, who was sacked fewer times than most other NFL quarterbacks this season.

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What they’re saying

“It's safe to say that Zabel's play has been getting noticed this season.”

— Grey Zabel, Seahawks Offensive Lineman

What’s next

Zabel will start alongside fellow Bison alum Jalen Sundell in Sunday's Super Bowl LX.

The takeaway

Zabel's success story is an inspiration for young athletes in South Dakota, showing that players from small towns can make it to the biggest stage in professional sports. His performance in the Super Bowl will be closely watched by fans in his home state and across the country.