The No. 11 overall pick in the 2004 NFL Draft out of Miami University was a six-time Pro Bowler. The Steelers never had a losing season during Roethlisberger's career and won Super Bowls 40 and 46.
The player known universally as «Big Ben» posted a 165-81-1 record as a starter, the most in franchise history and fifth-most ever.«I don't know how to put into words what the game of football has meant to me and what a blessing it has been,» he said. «While I know with confidence I have given my all to the game, I am overwhelmed with gratitude for all it has given to me.»A message from Ben:@steelers#NFL#SteelersNation#ThankYou#HereWeGo#LoveAndHonorpic.twitter.com/pUbKGO1nUsRoethlisberger ended his career in the playoffs, as he finished the regular season with two straight wins to secure a postseason berth.
While the Steelers were bounced by the Kansas City Chiefs, 42-21, Roethlisberger threw for 215 yards and two touchdowns. In addition to winning two Lombardi trophies, Roethlisberger finished his career with the fifth-most passing yards n NFL history.
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