The Athletic's Mark Kaboly said re-signing Ben Roethlisberger "could be beneficial" for the Steelers and Roethlisberger.
It's quite the take from Kaboly a week after Roethlisberger all but declared his Pittsburgh career over. Kaboly said "the lack of free-agent quarterbacks, draftable quarterbacks, and roster-ready quarterbacks" could force the Steelers to hang on to Roethlisberger for one more season while the the team "grooms an offensive line and helps sort out the wide receivers and running game while preparing for life without him." Clearly done and not having much fun on the field, Roethlisberger -- a free agent at season's end -- will likely play his final home game Monday night against the Browns as the Steelers fight for a postseason spot. That Kaboly would suggest another season with Roethlisberger under center for would good for the Steelers is an indictment on Mason Rudolph's readiness to take over as the team's starter.
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SOURCE: The Athletic
Jan 3, 2022, 10:12 AM ET
Ben Roethlisberger completed 24-of-46 passes for 123 yards, one touchdown, and one interception in the Steelers' 26-14, Week 17 win over the Browns Monday night.
A week after averaging an abysmal 4.54 yards per attempt against the Chiefs in a blowout loss, Big Ben somehow was even far less efficient in this one, averaging a mind-numbing 2.7 YPA on 46 throws. That's almost impossible to do while completing 24 passes. His longest pass went for 13 yards to Najee Harris out of the backfield, while Big Ben's lone touchdown was a five-yard hookup with Diontae Johnson. Johnson's 15 targets led to an 8-31-1 line. In what was quite possibly Roethlisberger's final home start in from of the Steelers faithful, it wasn't one to remember from a box-score perspective, but Pittsburgh still got the win over a hated division rival. The 8-7-1 Steelers are still somehow alive in the playoff race headed into the final week, a Week 18 road date with the 8-8 Ravens.
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Such a non story. I like when athletes tell the truth and not some cliche answer (See Calvin Ridley's recent letter).
I recently left my job. I don't want my replacement to do a better job than me. I agree with you and believe that what Ben said can probably resonate with many people (athletes and non-athletes).Such a non story. I like when athletes tell the truth and not some cliche answer (See Calvin Ridley's recent letter).
I would assume the majority of players might feel the same way but never admit it.
I usually do but Ben kind of overshares, like when he was talking about being addicted to porn. Like who just volunteers that kind of info?I like when athletes tell the truth a
Far from a Big Ben fan, but he gets a lot of credit for his honesty there.Such a non story. I like when athletes tell the truth and not some cliche answer (See Calvin Ridley's recent letter).
I would assume the majority of players might feel the same way but never admit it.
Ya I'd say his look and his past play a big roleI usually do but Ben kind of overshares, like when he was talking about being addicted to porn. Like who just volunteers that kind of info?I like when athletes tell the truth a
Serious question for people. Ben likes to talk, knows the game, is a likely HOF player, but as far as I know he's never been offered any kind of meaningful TV gig. I actually think his awkward honesty would be refreshing and I wondered if it was because he's not attractive or his past? Lord knows if he played for the Cowboys he'd have a gig if he wanted.