Veteran quarterback Ben Roethlisberger is having a rough 2021 NFL season, and his poor performances are a big reason why the Pittsburgh Steelers are currently on a three-game losing streak. But despite this, the Steelers still do not have any intention to make a QB change.

Speaking with reporters on Tuesday, Pittsburgh head coach Mike Tomlin said that Roethlisberger still remains the right choice under center for the franchise.

“Absolutely,” Tomlin said after being asked if Roethlisberger is the best option at QB for this team. “What he does and what he’s done makes me really comfortable in saying that.”

So far in the season, Roethlisberger has struggled to be consistent, and this has caused major troubles for the Steelers’ offense. The 39-year-old superstar has 1,033 passing yards so far in the season on a 64.1 completion percentage but only managed to throw four touchdowns while turning over the ball five times.

Roethlisberger also frequently misses open receivers, which especially played a role in a recent loss to the Green Bay Packers. As ESPN points out, the veteran has a 36.3 QBR so far in the season and ranks fifth worse in the league behind four rookies.

As a result, the Steelers currently find themselves at the bottom of the AFC North standings with a 1-3 record.

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Leading the Pittsburgh Steelers to a comeback win over Dallas Cowboys over the weekend seems to have been taken a toll on quarterback Ben Roethlisberger.

According to a recent report by NFL Networks’ Ian Rapoport, Roethlisberger injured both of his knees against the Cowboys. Fortunately, the 38-year-old QB reportedly avoided a major injury, but his status for Sunday’s game against Cincinnati Bengals remains up in the air.

Following tests done on Monday, Steelers are optimistic that Roethlisberger will manage to play, but the final decision will be made based on the player’s ability to practice during the weekend.

“Ben was able to go back into the game and finish the game,” said Steelers’ head coach Mike Tomlin when asked about Roethlisberger. “I’m sure there’ll be bumps and bruises associated with play.”

It would be a tough blow for the Steelers if Ben Roethlisberger can’t suit up against the Bengals, especially since the team is looking to stay perfect in 2020. Pittsburgh is currently 8-0 this season and remain the only unbeaten team in the NFL.

Roethlisberger, who missed the better part of last season with an elbow injury, is enjoying an impressive campaign so far. He is completing career-high 68.1 percent of his passes and has thrown for 1,934 yards and 18 touchdowns in 2020.

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Pittsburgh Steelers’ offense might welcome several new faces in the upcoming years but the man leading it will remain the same. Steelers announced on Wednesday that they have signed quarterback Ben Roethlisberger to a two-year extension which will keep him with the organization through 2021.

Although Pittsburgh didn’t reveal the financial terms of the deal, ESPN’s Adam Schefter reports that the extension is worth $68 million. The new contract has a $37.5 million signing bonus in store for Roethlisberger alongside $30 million injury guarantee. The 37-year-old QB was set to earn $12 million in 2019 according to his old deal.

“I am pleased to announce Ben Roethlisberger has been signed to a new three-year contract,” – said Steelers’ president Art Rooney II. “Ben is one of the most productive quarterbacks in NFL history, and he continued to climb the lists among the all-time passing leaders in the League last season. But I know Ben’s focus is on only one goal – to bring another Lombardi trophy back to Pittsburgh. We are excited to finalize this new contract that will keep him as a Steeler through the 2021 season.”

Despite the fact that Steelers’ didn’t make it to the playoffs, Ben Roethlisberger had a great individual season. He completed 67.0 of his passes for league-leading 5,129 yards alongside 34 touchdowns.

“I am grateful to the Rooneys and the Steelers organization for continuing to believe in me,” – said Roethlisberger in a statement. “It has always been a goal to play my entire career in Pittsburgh. This is home for me and my family, and we love this city. I am as excited to be a Steeler in year 16 as I was when they drafted me. They will get my absolute best.”

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Pittsburgh Steelers’ quarterback Ben Roethlisberger is getting a new contract. This was confirmed by Steelers’ president Art Rooney II, who said on Wednesday that the team already started talks with Roethlisberger and his agent about a new deal.

“We’ve already started talking to him and his representative about extending that contract,” – said Rooney during a conference call with Steelers Nation Unite members. “I think Ben has some good years left. I’d still say he’s close to being in the prime of his career.”

Rooney also expressed the belief that Roethlisberger, who will be 37 in March, can play for “several more years.”

“Now that we’re seeing quarterbacks around the league that are playing into their 40s, I’m not sure there’s any reason that Ben can’t play for several more years. We’re looking forward to that.” – he added.

Ben Roethlisberger currently has one more year left on his deal, which carries a base salary of $12 million. His current contract, however, would count $23.2 million against the cap, which might be another reason for why the Steelers want to sign their QB to a new deal.

Although Pittsburgh missed out on playoffs this season, Roethlisberger had one of his best years career-wise. He led the league in completed passes with 452 and passing yards with 5,129, both of which were career-highs.

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Veteran quarterback Ben Roethlisberger is having a rough 2021 NFL season, and his poor performances are a big reason why the Pittsburgh Steelers are currently on a three-game losing streak. But despite this, the Steelers still do not have any intention to make a QB change.

Speaking with reporters on Tuesday, Pittsburgh head coach Mike Tomlin said that Roethlisberger still remains the right choice under center for the franchise.

“Absolutely,” Tomlin said after being asked if Roethlisberger is the best option at QB for this team. “What he does and what he’s done makes me really comfortable in saying that.”

So far in the season, Roethlisberger has struggled to be consistent, and this has caused major troubles for the Steelers’ offense. The 39-year-old superstar has 1,033 passing yards so far in the season on a 64.1 completion percentage but only managed to throw four touchdowns while turning over the ball five times.

Roethlisberger also frequently misses open receivers, which especially played a role in a recent loss to the Green Bay Packers. As ESPN points out, the veteran has a 36.3 QBR so far in the season and ranks fifth worse in the league behind four rookies.

As a result, the Steelers currently find themselves at the bottom of the AFC North standings with a 1-3 record.

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Leading the Pittsburgh Steelers to a comeback win over Dallas Cowboys over the weekend seems to have been taken a toll on quarterback Ben Roethlisberger.

According to a recent report by NFL Networks’ Ian Rapoport, Roethlisberger injured both of his knees against the Cowboys. Fortunately, the 38-year-old QB reportedly avoided a major injury, but his status for Sunday’s game against Cincinnati Bengals remains up in the air.

Following tests done on Monday, Steelers are optimistic that Roethlisberger will manage to play, but the final decision will be made based on the player’s ability to practice during the weekend.

“Ben was able to go back into the game and finish the game,” said Steelers’ head coach Mike Tomlin when asked about Roethlisberger. “I’m sure there’ll be bumps and bruises associated with play.”

It would be a tough blow for the Steelers if Ben Roethlisberger can’t suit up against the Bengals, especially since the team is looking to stay perfect in 2020. Pittsburgh is currently 8-0 this season and remain the only unbeaten team in the NFL.

Roethlisberger, who missed the better part of last season with an elbow injury, is enjoying an impressive campaign so far. He is completing career-high 68.1 percent of his passes and has thrown for 1,934 yards and 18 touchdowns in 2020.

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Pittsburgh Steelers’ offense might welcome several new faces in the upcoming years but the man leading it will remain the same. Steelers announced on Wednesday that they have signed quarterback Ben Roethlisberger to a two-year extension which will keep him with the organization through 2021.

Although Pittsburgh didn’t reveal the financial terms of the deal, ESPN’s Adam Schefter reports that the extension is worth $68 million. The new contract has a $37.5 million signing bonus in store for Roethlisberger alongside $30 million injury guarantee. The 37-year-old QB was set to earn $12 million in 2019 according to his old deal.

“I am pleased to announce Ben Roethlisberger has been signed to a new three-year contract,” – said Steelers’ president Art Rooney II. “Ben is one of the most productive quarterbacks in NFL history, and he continued to climb the lists among the all-time passing leaders in the League last season. But I know Ben’s focus is on only one goal – to bring another Lombardi trophy back to Pittsburgh. We are excited to finalize this new contract that will keep him as a Steeler through the 2021 season.”

Despite the fact that Steelers’ didn’t make it to the playoffs, Ben Roethlisberger had a great individual season. He completed 67.0 of his passes for league-leading 5,129 yards alongside 34 touchdowns.

“I am grateful to the Rooneys and the Steelers organization for continuing to believe in me,” – said Roethlisberger in a statement. “It has always been a goal to play my entire career in Pittsburgh. This is home for me and my family, and we love this city. I am as excited to be a Steeler in year 16 as I was when they drafted me. They will get my absolute best.”

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Pittsburgh Steelers’ quarterback Ben Roethlisberger is getting a new contract. This was confirmed by Steelers’ president Art Rooney II, who said on Wednesday that the team already started talks with Roethlisberger and his agent about a new deal.

“We’ve already started talking to him and his representative about extending that contract,” – said Rooney during a conference call with Steelers Nation Unite members. “I think Ben has some good years left. I’d still say he’s close to being in the prime of his career.”

Rooney also expressed the belief that Roethlisberger, who will be 37 in March, can play for “several more years.”

“Now that we’re seeing quarterbacks around the league that are playing into their 40s, I’m not sure there’s any reason that Ben can’t play for several more years. We’re looking forward to that.” – he added.

Ben Roethlisberger currently has one more year left on his deal, which carries a base salary of $12 million. His current contract, however, would count $23.2 million against the cap, which might be another reason for why the Steelers want to sign their QB to a new deal.

Although Pittsburgh missed out on playoffs this season, Roethlisberger had one of his best years career-wise. He led the league in completed passes with 452 and passing yards with 5,129, both of which were career-highs.

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