Ben Roethlisberger: 5 Things To Know About Steelers Quarterback Retiring After 18 Years
27.01.2022 - 19:17
/ hollywoodlife.com
It is a sad day for Steeler Nation! Ben Roethlisberger, 39, announced his retirement from the Pittsburgh Steelers on Thursday (January 27) after 18 years, making his NFL career the longest for any quarterback to play with one team. In an emotional tweet (below), Ben expressed his appreciation for the love and support of his family and fans during his time with the Steelers, adding, “Football is a gift and I thank God for allowing me to play it.”
The No. 11 overall pick out of Miami University of Ohio in the 2004 NFL draft, Ben leaves the game ranked fifth in NFL history with 64,088 passing yards and eighth in touchdown passes with 418. Keeping reading to find out more about the legendary quarterback, below.
1. His hero is not a Steeler — but a Bronco. Ben idolizes the legendary quarterback, John Elway, and Ben is often compared to the Denver Broncos icon. The two have similar playing strategies and styles. Ben even wore the number 7 in honor of John.
2. Big Ben was Ride Or Die for the Yellow and Black. Though he grew up in Ohio and idolized a Bronco, Ben bleeds yellow and black. The Pittsburgh Steelers drafted Ben in 2004, when he was a college Junior. In 2008, Ben signed an eight-year, $102 million contract with the team and stated he wanted to retire as a Steeler! He even accepted a pay cut to return to the Steelers in 2021!
3. Ben was a record-breaking passer. He currently has the 9th highest all-time Passer Rating. He’s one of only six quarterbacks in NFL history to have beaten at least 31 other NFL teams. On top of that, he’s the youngest starting quarterback to ever win the Super Bowl, taking home the championship in both 2006 and 2009! He even set the Steelers’ record for most passing yards, smashing Terry
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