Shiyazh Pete recognized on Indigenous Peoples Day in Albuquerque
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 12, 2026, 4:23 AM
Last updated Oct 12, 2026
Shiyazh Pete, a former Dallas Cowboys offensive lineman and member of the Navajo Nation, is celebrated on Indigenous Peoples Day in Albuquerque, New Mexico. After a brief NFL stint, including six snaps in a preseason game in August against the Arizona Cardinals, Pete has returned to his community to thank supporters. This summer, he made surprise appearances at local events, including a homecoming pep rally and a parade. Pete's NFL debut prompted enthusiasm among Navajo citizens, marking a significant moment for Indigenous representation in sports.
- •Shiyazh Pete debuted with the Dallas Cowboys this summer.
- •Pete played six snaps in a preseason game against the Cardinals.
- •Thousands of Navajo fans celebrated his debut in Arizona.
- •He is currently a free agent and engaged with local events.
- •Pete's recognition highlights Native athletes' contributions to sports.
- 4:23 AMYahoo Sports — Native athlete pride: Shiyazh Pete recognized on Indigenous Peoples Day
"(AP) — Shiyazh Pete’s time with the Dallas Cowboys was brief, but his NFL debut gave fellow Navajo citizens a moment to remember. When the rookie offensive lineman took the field for a preseason game against the Arizona Cardinals in August, thousands of fans who had traveled from across the Navajo Nation erupted in cheers, waving tribal flags and exclaiming “yéego,” an affirmation that translates roughly to “with great effort, do it.
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