Final Score: Steelers 38, Redskins 16

“The Elias Sports Bureau notes that Ben Roethlisberger is now the first quarterback to complete 500 passes to each of 3 different players. The trio of Hines Ward, Heath Miller and Antonio Brown have now all caught at least 500 passes from him.” — ESPN.com

From Teresa Varley, Steelers.com:

Ben being Ben: It was a night when Ben Roethlisberger seemed to be able to do no wrong. Yes, he threw an interception, but that was quickly forgotten with his performance in the Steelers opening night 38-16 win over the Washington Redskins.

“When you have No. 7 you have the chance to put together performances like that,” said Coach Mike Tomlin.

Roethlisberger completed 27 of 37 passes for 300 yards and three touchdowns, including two to Antonio Brown and one to Eli Rogers.

“I want to complete every ball,” said Roethlisberger. “I want to convert every third down. That is the expectation.

“We hold ourselves to a high expectation. We have guys that can make plays and they showed it tonight.”

Roethlisberger also became the first player in NFL history to complete 500 passes to three different teammates, those being Heath Miller, Hines Ward and Brown.


You can read more from Ms. Varley’s post-game report here.

“With his 2nd TD tonight, Ben Roethlisberger moves to 13th on the all-time passing TD list, passing Joe Montana.” — NFL on ESPN.

Some more enjoyable reading for you as you drink your Tuesday morning coffee:

CBS Sports – Steelers’ Ben Roethlisberger: Stellar display to start season


Mark Kaboly, Pittsburgh Tribune-Review – Ben, Brown dynamic in Steelers’ opening win


Jeremy Fowler, ESPN.com – Big Ben throws, Antonio Brown twerks and Steelers roll


And also from Teresa Varley, Steelers.com – 7 on 7: What makes Ben special


You can check out some photos from the game here.

You can watch video of Ben’s post-game press conference here.

with Benjamin Jr., Baylee & Bodie before tonight’s game against the Washington Redskins!


Cheering for #7 and her Steelers is serious business for Stella!! She’s even gonna stay up past her bedtime to watch tonight!! (Thanks to mom Natalie & friend Mel!)



Mason is practicing his touchdown celebration just to make sure he gets it down perfect for later! (Thanks to Michael Wolfe!)



Mom, Dad? Can we stay up to watch the whole game? (Thanks to Audrey Shell, B.G. Davison & Gordon Dedman!)



This little fella is expecting a lot of touchdowns as well…he’s got his dance down pat! (Thanks to Jennifer Sullivan!)



What to wear on a Monday Night Football school day? #7 jerseys of course – the helmets may not be welcome in class, though!! (Thank you to Jamey Buster, Brianne Pippin & Kris Fielding!)



The Stephenson family is counting down the hours til’ kickoff! Especially that little guy!! (Thank you to Nikki Stephenson!)



We’ve got a first timer here!! And she’s expecting quite a bit of Steelers action and scoring tonight if she’s gonna try and stay awake! (Thank you to Kady Struck)


HERE WE GO STEELERS! HERE WE GO!!

#NEVERFORGET911 #NYC #Pentagon #Flight93 #RealHeroes!!

All present and accounted for….and ready for a great season!


Regios de Acero:

“Yes, we did it again! This is the 5th edition of our Annual Steelers Fan Photo! Once again we want to show to the world our support to our team, we are so excited to see again Big Ben and all the team on the field, for us this is the best season of the year, #HereWeGo #InBenWeTrust.” — Roger Saucedo.

Steelers Guadalajara:

“It is hard to believe that the next game we’ll get to see, it’s going to be a regular season game. September is finally here. This year, our Steelers are expected to achieve great goals, and we have as well achieved the biggest fan picture ever for our city. We are proud of keeping the familiar environment, the friends we’ve made during the last couple years, and above all, we are really excited and looking forward to see the Steelers again. Let the towels wave once again as we enjoy the road to the seventh championship. 🏈
Guadalajara says #HereWeGo” — Diego Delgadillo.

Steelers Saltillo:



Pepe Saucedo ‏@PepeSaucedoa
2016 Picture from Saltillo 413attendance/4dogs @SteelersUnite @steelers @_BigBen7 #SNUProud #VivaMexico #VivaSteelers



Club Santos of Torreón, Coahuila, México:


Rafael Rosell ‏@Rafael_Rosell

Lista la foto oficial! Y vamos por el número de @_BigBen7!!!



A few more fun photos from our South of the Border Steelers friends:


ana rp ‏@aluchiz32
@steelers foto oficial!!! @_BigBen7





Pepe Saucedo ‏@PepeSaucedoa
During the 2016 picture @AntonioBrown84 @jharrison9292 @_BigBen7





JGSA# 2⃣ 7⃣ ‏@JessSifuen Gómez Palacio, Durango
HERE WE GO STEELERS 🏈💛🏈



And one photo from fans here showing their respect to Steeler Nation Mexico:



PittFanStucknSeattle ‏@Black6ndYellow
@SteelersUnite @enrique_larios @steelers @_BigBen7 ✨Way to represent Mexico!👊🏼 We […]

It’s that time of year again and today, Ben announced the first grant of the 2016 season from the Ben Roethlisberger Foundation at The Giving Back Fund.

The Foundation will be distributing a grant to the Arlington County, VA Police Department – not too far from where the Steelers will play the Washington Redskins on September 12th.

The Arlington County Police Department will use the grant funds to purchase ballistic vests for their existing seven K-9’s.

“Our K-9s are integral members of the Arlington County Police Department, both in the field and from a community outreach perspective. We are grateful to receive this grant so we can provide our K-9’s with ballistic vests as an added layer of protection to keep them safe.” — Arlington County Police Chief M. Jay Farr.

During the 2016 NFL season, The Ben Roethlisberger Foundation will be distributing grants to K-9 units of police and fire departments in the cities and surrounding communities of each regular season away game for the Steelers. The Foundation will also distribute several grants to the Pittsburgh area. Ben invited police and fire departments across the country to submit proposals detailing their needs.

This marks the 10th season that Ben’s foundation has distributed grants to K-9 units. His mission is to support K-9 units of police and fire departments throughout the United States, with a particular emphasis on support for service dogs in Pittsburgh, PA. Ben and his foundation also support Make-A-Wish.

The Ben Roethlisberger Foundation distributed more than $170,000 in grants to K-9 units around the country during the 2015 NFL season, including $93,250 in the Pittsburgh community. The Foundation has distributed in excess of $1.5 million since 2007.

“We’re very fortunate to be in the position that we are able to help these K-9 units. The work that is performed by the dogs and their handlers as well as the bond that is formed is incredible. We’re just thrilled to do our small part.” — Ben.

Big Ben’s Touchdowns for K9’s –

Fans can support future K-9 grants by joining Ben’s crowdfunding campaign on https://pledgeit.org/big-ben. Ben is pledging $1,000 per throwing touchdown this season to his foundation. Supporters can increase the impact by pledging to donate any amount per touchdown!

For more information about the Ben […]