Grey Zabel - NFL Offensive Lineman

• Full Name: Grey Zabel
• Date of Birth: 2002 (exact date not widely published)
• Hometown: Pierre, South Dakota
• High School: Pierre T.F. Riggs High School (Pierre, SD)
• College: North Dakota State University
• NFL Draft: Selected by the Seattle Seahawks, 1st Round, Pick #18 in the 2025 NFL Draft
• Position: Offensive Guard / Center

• Joined North Dakota State as part of their 2019 recruiting class and developed into one of the top offensive linemen in the FCS.
• Played multiple positions on the offensive line, including guard and center, showcasing versatility and leadership.
• Helped anchor an offensive line that powered one of the most dominant rushing attacks in the Missouri Valley Football Conference (MVFC).
• Earned multiple All-MVFC selections and All-American recognition for his play.
• Served as a team captain during his final seasons with the Bison.
• Declared for the 2025 NFL Draft after completing his collegiate career at NDSU.

• Multiple-time All-MVFC selection
• FCS All-American recognition
• Team captain at North Dakota State
• Key leader on an offensive line that contributed to NDSU’s continued success in the FCS

• Drafted by the Seattle Seahawks with the #18 overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft.
• Recognized as one of the most versatile interior linemen in the draft, capable of playing guard or center.
• Expected to compete for a starting role immediately and bring toughness and leadership to Seattle’s offensive front.

• One of the rare FCS offensive linemen to be selected in the first round of the NFL Draft.
• Comes from South Dakota, a state not commonly represented in first-round NFL picks.
• Praised for his combination of strength, intelligence, and technique, as well as his ability to make line calls and adjustments.