Week 6: Seahawks 20, Steelers 23
It’s really tough. Going through it with Ryan [Shazier], brought back a lot of memories. It is hard to re-focus after something like that. Wish him nothing but the best, our prayers are going to him and his family. Prayers was going on while on the field, but we’re going to continue to pray for him. — Ben, on the injury to Seahawks DE Darrell Taylor.
We don’t think about losing. I’m just disappointed [that] we didn’t finish it in regulation when we had a chance, and hate that my kids had to stay up so late with school tomorrow. — Ben AKA Dad.
I was told that even though the ball was going forward, my arm was going backwards. So I had to ask Josh Dobbs, who is an aerospace engineer how that works…he said it’s not possible. But I can’t get fined for that because I’m just telling you what Dobbs said! (smiles) — Ben, on the explanation he was given on the “fumble” ruling.
Talk about emotions! Ben Roethlisberger greets Seattle QB Geno Smith after an incredible overtime win for the #Steelers. Smith’s fumble was recovered by TJ Watt & set up Chris Boswell’s game winning field goal. #HereWeGo @KDKA pic.twitter.com/2zjd28VEGC
— Ian Smith (@ismithKDKA) October 18, 2021
It’s #NationalDessertDay
“Wait! Did someone say that today was National Dessert Day?? YEAH BABY!! Bring me MORE cake!!” — Baylee.
Wednesday’s Q&A with the media
You can’t replace JuJu! It’s awful. I’ll speak selfishly, I’m hurt. I miss that guy, what he brings to this team, his energy, his excitement, the leadership. It sucks. It really does. And I’m not the one hurt. I spoke to him on Sunday night, and I felt his pain through the phone, speaking to his mom as welll. It’s just sometimes things aren’t fair, and we don’t know why they happen. A guy that’s given so much, means so much to this team and to me specifically. It’s not fair. — Ben.
From Teresa Varley, Steelers.com:
Roethlisberger said he feels horrible for Smith-Schuster, who suffered a shoulder injury in the win over the Denver Broncos at Heinz Field on Sunday.
While you can’t replace him, the other receivers will definitely have to step up in his absence, with this being a big opportunity for guys like James Washington, Ray-Ray McCloud and Cody White to get more balls thrown their way.
Lots of big opportunities for Ray-Ray, for James. Cody is going to get his shot I’m sure. We need guys, because it seems like every week one of the guys have been down for something. Moving forward now without JuJu, we’re going to need everyone to be healthy as much as they can be every week. I think James is excited for the opportunity. I think Ray-Ray is as well. We’re going to have to utilize a lot of people.
Roethlisberger said you have to be cautious about who you have play inside with Smith-Schuster out, not wanting to throw someone there that will take away a strength elsewhere, such as Chase Claypool who can provide a threat with the deep ball outside.
Playing the slot position in the NFL is different than playing outside. It’s just a different animal. I think we have a lot of guys that can do it, but it’s a feel thing. You don’t want to take away a big body outside that’s got special skills. I think you’ll see some more utilization of the tight ends and running backs in there, and different guys.
Another player who could get more passes coming his way is tight end Pat Freiermuth. The rookie has been a steady weapon for Roethlisberger, with 11 receptions for 100 yards, a 9.1-yard average. But his quarterback wants to get him even more involved.
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Week 5: Broncos 19, Steelers 27
For the game, Ben Roethlisberger completed 15-of-25 (60 percent) for 253 yards, with two touchdowns, no interceptions, and a rating of 120.9. The Steelers converted 7-of-12 (58.3 percent) on third down over the course of the game, they possessed the ball for 33:02, and they were 2-for-2 in the red zone and 1-for-1 in goal-to-go situations. On third down, Roethlisberger completed 8-of-11 for 118 yards, with two touchdowns, no interceptions, and a rating of 147. He did have one turnover that came on a strip-sack by Malik Reed, but Roethlisberger made plays down the field and in the middle of the field, and he appeared to be in command throughout.
Roethlisberger is the Steelers Digest Player of the Week.” — Bob Labriola, Steelers.com
The @_BigBen7 Foundation donated the funds to purchase & train K9 Samson in 2019. Since getting certified, K9 Samson has aided Wildlife Officers in locating evidence in numerous poaching cases. Although a @Broncos fan, Samson loves seeing Ben Roethlisberger play! pic.twitter.com/elNwmhXmFo
— CPW NE Region (@CPW_NE) October 10, 2021