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Steelers On Verge of Releasing James Harrison

 Steelers and Harrison “Stymied” Over Pay Cut

The Pittsburgh Steelers and James Harrison are at a standstill over Harrison’s salary.    The Steelers must cut Harrison’s pay James Harrison Leaving Pittsburghdue to the salary cap, and Harrison doesn’t want to play that game.

Could this be the end of #92 sacking quarterbacks for the Steelers???

Read more from sources around the web and make sure to add your comment!

 

Steelers ask James Harrison to take a pay cut – Behind the Steel

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How much will James Harrison accept to play in Pittsburgh this season? The two sides appear to be at a standoff, and that could lead to his release.

 

 

James Harrison ‘on the verge’ of getting released by Pittsburgh

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The Pittsburgh Steelers continue speaking with James Harrison about taking a pay cut and with no agreement in sight USA Today is reporting that it’s now looking like Harrison will likely be released.

 

 

Pittsburgh Steelers, James Harrison Could Soon Part Ways

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The Pittsburgh Steelers were hopeful that they could restructure the deal of star outside linebacker James Harrison before the start of free agency to free.

 

 

Report: Steelers on verge of cutting James Harrison

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Steelers on verge of releasing LB James Harrison – USA TODAY

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NBCSports.comSteelers on verge of releasing LB James HarrisonUSA TODAYThe Pittsburgh Steelers and linebacker James Harrison continue to have issues coming to an agreement on a pay cut and it seeming increasingly likely Harrison will be released. UNDE …

 

Report: Steelers Might Release LB James Harrison – Bleacher Report

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Bleacher ReportReport: Steelers Might Release LB James HarrisonBleacher ReportJames Harrison has many memorable moments in the Steelers uniform. According to the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, the Steelers coaching staff wants Harrison back next year. This …

 

Why the Steelers Must Keep James Harrison – Bleacher Report

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Bleacher ReportWhy the Steelers Must Keep James HarrisonBleacher ReportJames Harrison has been one of the best defensive players in the league over the past six seasons, but as he approaches his 35th birthday, the Pittsburgh Steelers face a tough dec …

 

Why the Steelers Must Keep James Harrison – Bleacher Report

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Bleacher ReportWhy the Steelers Must Keep James HarrisonBleacher ReportJames Harrison has been one of the best defensive players in the league over the past six seasons, but as he approaches his 35th birthday, the Pittsburgh Steelers face a tough dec …

 

 

From Twitter….

 

NFL_ATL

Report: Steelers draw closer to releasing James Harrison http://t.co/7w3TSlKF4d

Thursday, March 07, 2013 6:40:19 PM

 

 

ProFootballTalk

Steelers on verge of cutting James Harrison, per @MikeGarafolo http://t.co/tRzz0S86bL

Friday, March 08, 2013 2:45:04 PM

 

 

bomani_jones

so the steelers are gonna release james harrison as soon as they draw straws for who has to tell him? i got that right?

Friday, March 08, 2013 9:44:26 AM

 

 

keithmpye

RT @TheNFLInjuryRpt: It’s being reported that the #Steelers are on the verge of cutting veteran LB James Harrison. #NFL

Friday, March 08, 2013 8:17:48 PM

 

 

Lil_Cucci

RT @aalexander524: James Harrison take the pay cut!

Friday, March 08, 2013 8:15:29 PM

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Antonio Brown and Mike Wallace “Awkward” in 2012

 Brown Admits Locker Room Was Not on Same Page

 

Steelers Antonio Brown admits awkwardness with free agent Mike Antonio Brown - Pittsburgh Steelers

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When one player held out of training camp because he had not received what he believed was an appropriate offer, the new contract went to the next man in line; which may have contributed to alleged team fractures.

 

Antonio Brown: Steelers locker room wasn’t on same page – SB Nation

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Antonio Brown went on SportsCenter Wednesday and said the Steelers locker room was divided all throughout a disappointing 8-8 season.

 

Steelers Antonio Brown admits awkwardness with free agent Mike Wallace in 2013 – Behind the Steel Curtain

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Sports Radio InterviewsSteelers Antonio Brown admits awkwardness with free agent Mike Wallace in 2013Behind the Steel CurtainToday, Antonio Brown joined Stephen A. Smith and Ryan Ruocco on 98.7 ESPN New York to answer the same list of question every …

 

Brown: ‘Awkwardness’ with Mike Wallace – ESPN (blog)

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Brown: ‘Awkwardness’ with Mike WallaceESPN (blog)Steelers wide receiver Antonio Brown told ESPN last week that there was a division in the Steelers’ locker room. Then he told ESPN Radio in New York that his relationship with wide receiver Mike Wallac …

 

ProFootballTalk

Antonio Brown says the Steelers’ locker room was divided last year http://t.co/54LAL8Dp

Wednesday, February 20, 2013 12:59:56 PM

 

Betty_Lea

Steelers Antonio Brown admits awkwardness with free agent Mike Wallace in 2013 http://t.co/Xeb3DT1K0o via @btsteelcurtain

Tuesday, February 26, 2013 1:26:26 PM

 

fanslockerroom

Brown: ‘Awkwardness’ with Mike Wallace: Steelers wide receiver Antonio Brown told ESPN last wee… http://t.co/eAtDmpn9Jk #afcnorth #nfl

Tuesday, February 26, 2013 1:07:51 PM

 

JimmyOldham23

It’s funny, I was concerned last year when the @Steelers signed @AntonioBrown84 over Mike Wallace. Now? 100% agree. http://t.co/UeORSr1bp0

Tuesday, February 26, 2013 12:50:25 PM

 

Steeler’s Keisel Shaves Beard for Charity

 Shear Da Beard Benefits Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh

Brett Keisel shaves his beard for charity, confuses at least one very … – Yahoo! Sports (blog)

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Yahoo! Sports (blog)Brett Keisel shaves his beard for charity, confuses at least one very …Yahoo! Sports (blog)The most famous beard in the NFL is again no more as Brett Keisel held his annual “Shear Da Beard” charity fundraiser on Thursday night. …

 

Steelers DE Brett Keisel chops off beard for charity – NFL News

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Steelers DE Brett Keisel chops off beard for charityNFL NewsKeisel has shaved his beard for the third annual Shear Da Beard event to benefit cancer programs at Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh at UPMC. A crowd that included coach Mike Tomlin and c …

 

Raw Video: Brett Keisel Shaves His Beard

Pittsburgh Steelers defensive end Brett Keisel, whose facial hair was one of the Super Bowl storylines earlier this month, shaved his massive beard at a charity event in Pittsburgh Thursday night. (Feb. 25)

 

heeter22

Brett Kiesel shaved his beard!? #HolyHell

Friday, February 08, 2013 7:24:27 PM

 

itschadlol

Hate the #Steelers all you want but Brett Kiesel is pretty awesome. Shaved his massive beard for charity: http://t.co/bLi5ciZg

Friday, February 08, 2013 4:54:40 PM

 

elaine_pfeifer

Brett Kiesel without his beard <<<<<

Steelers Release Chris Rainey

Steelers Star Released After Arrest for Battery

The Steelers have a history of not putting up with “extra curricular” activities that are unbecoming of the Steeler image.   NowChris Rainey Chris Rainey has found out how the Steelers feel about such activity.

Read more on Chris Rainey and why the Steelers let him go.

Chris Rainey Arrested for Battery – The Hollywood Gossip

Chris Rainey has been arrested. The running back is accused of slapping his girlfriend.

 

Chris Rainey Arrested — Pittsburgh Steelers Running Back Accused

Pittsburgh Steelers running back Chris Rainey was arrested this morning in Florida — after allegedly slapping his GF in the face during an argument over…

 

Steelers waive Chris Rainey following domestic violence arrest

Hours after being arrested for striking his girlfriend, the Steelers have parted ways with their 2012 fifth round draft pick.

 

Steelers RB Chris Rainey Arrested, Then Waived By Team « CBS

Steelers player Christopher Rainey was arrested Thursday morning in Gainsville, Fla.

 

Steelers cut RB Chris Rainey after arrest in Florida – USA TODAY

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Yahoo! Sports (blog)Steelers cut RB Chris Rainey after arrest in FloridaUSA TODAYThe Pittsburgh Steelers cut running back Chris Rainey several hours after he was arrested in Gainesville, Fla., on one count of simple battery (dating violence) Thursday …

 

 

Steelers cut RB Rainey after arrest in Florida – Idaho State Journal

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FOXSports.comSteelers cut RB Rainey after arrest in FloridaIdaho State JournalThe Pittsburgh Steelers have cut rookie running back Chris Rainey following his arrest on a battery charge in Florida. Gainesville (Fla.) police officers charged Rainey wit …

 

 

From Twitter….

 

AdamSchefter

Steelers announced they waived RB Chris Rainey following his arrest for a domestic battery incident this morning in Gainesville, Fla.

Thursday, January 10, 2013 3:25:09 PM

 

steelers

We have waived RB Chris Rainey.

Thursday, January 10, 2013 3:21:33 PM

PittsburghSRH

#Steelers Steelers cut RB Chris Rainey after arrest in Florida – USA TODAY http://t.co/5nqGMoAU #SportsRoadhouse

Thursday, January 10, 2013 7:08:31 PM

 

 

Ask the Steelers with Tall Cathy – Chris Rainey

Ask the Steelers with Tall Cathy – Chris Rainey

2013 Pro Bowl Selections

Miller and Pouncey 1st Team – Others “Snuffed”

Our congratulations to Maurkice Pouncey and Heath Miller – both names as starters in the 2013 Pro Bowl.  What is amazing Heath Miller and Maurkice Pouncey to Pro Bowlis that there are no starters from a defense that ranked at or near #1 in almost every category!

Read more about the Steelers selections as well as the alternates below:

 

2013 Pro Bowl: 4 Steelers selected as second alternates – Behind

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Even though the Steelers had 2 starters already selected for an all-star vacation, four other names have popped up as alternates.

 

Two Steelers Selected to the 2013 Pro Bowl

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Steelers center Maurkice Pouncey and tight end Heath Miller have been selected to the 2013 AFC Pro Bowl team announced today by the NFL. The Steelers are sending multiple players to the Pro Bowl for the 12th straight

 

Steelers 2012 MVP is tight end Heath Miller – Behind the Steel Curtain

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While Miller has often been overlooked during discussions over the NFL’s top tight ends from season to season, his efforts did not go unnoticed this year, as Miller was also voted as a Pro Bowl starter by the fans, players, and

 

Steelers Pouncey, Miller named to Pro Bowl – Pittsburgh Post Gazette

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Bleacher ReportSteelers Pouncey, Miller named to Pro BowlPittsburgh Post GazettePerhaps as a reflection of their worst record in at least six seasons, only two Steelers were selected to the Pro Bowl. Center Maurkice Pouncey made it for the third time …

 

 

2013 Pro Bowl: 4 Steelers selected as second alternates – Behind the Steel Curtain

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2013 Pro Bowl: 4 Steelers selected as second alternatesBehind the Steel CurtainWhile cases can be made for each player’s right to participate in the NFL’s Pro Bowl on January 27th, 2013, in reality these men are second alternates because there were b …

Mendenhall Suspended from Steelers

Mendenhall Suspended for Conduct “Detrimental”

The Steelers suspended running back Rashard Mendenhall for “conduct detrimental” to the team.   When he was informed rashard mendenhall suspendedthat he would not dress for the game with the Chargers, he didn’t bother to show up at all.

Read more about his suspension below…

 

Steelers suspend Rashard Mendenhall for 1 game – SBNation.com

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The Pittsburgh Steelers suspended running back Rashard Mendenhall for one game for conduct detrimental to the team.

 

Steelers suspend Rashard Mendenhall one game for conduct

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Upon being informed he would not dress in the Steelers’ Week 14 game against San Diego, Mendenhall didn’t show up at Heinz Field. The team suspended him for one game, and signed Baron Batch off the practice squad.

 

Rashard Mendenhall suspended – ESPN

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NFL NewsRashard Mendenhall suspendedESPN… Ben Roethlisberger for the rest of the season.Tags: Eric Karabell, Fantasy Football · Pittsburgh Steelers running back Rashard Mendenhall, the leading rusher for the past three seasons, has been susp …

 

 

All Share Services – Salon

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All Share ServicesSalonPITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Steelers have suspended running back Rashard Mendenhall for conduct detrimental to the team. Mendenhall has been inactive for the last two games after fumbling in a 20-14 loss to Cleveland on No …

Steelers Activate DeCastro

Will DeCastro be Ready for Ravens?

The Steelers are starting to bring back injured players and just in time.     David DeCastro, the first round pick from Stanford, David Decastro returns to active rosteris coming back and will hopefully be able to help bring stability back to the offensive line.

Read more about DeCastro’s return and the ramifications he could have as the Steelers come down the December stretch!

 

David DeCastro activated by Pittsburgh Steelers – NFL News

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SB Nation PittsburghDavid DeCastro activated by Pittsburgh SteelersNFL NewsThe Steelers activated offensive guard David DeCastro from injured reserve Monday, a move they hope will add stability to an offensive line ravaged by injuries. DeCastro retur …

 

 

Pittsburgh Steelers Rookie David DeCastro Returns to Practice – Rant Sports

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NFL NewsPittsburgh Steelers Rookie David DeCastro Returns to PracticeRant SportsJason Bridge-US PRESSWIRE. In a season that has been filled with bad news, the Pittsburgh Steelers finally got a spot of good news as it’s being reported that Rookie guar …

 

 

Steelers activate David DeCastro, put Marcus Gilbert on IR, release David Gilreath – Behind the Steel Curtain

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Steelers activate David DeCastro, put Marcus Gilbert on IR, release David GilreathBehind the Steel CurtainIn another week of furious roster activity, the Pittsburgh Steelers have announced the activation of rookie offensive guard David DeCastro from …

 

 

Pittsburgh Steelers @ Baltimore Ravens – KFFL

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Bleacher ReportPittsburgh Steelers @ Baltimore RavensKFFLThe Pittsburgh Steelers have activated OG David DeCastro (knee) from the Injured Reserve/Designated to Return list and signed practice squad OG John Malecki to their active roster. The team als …

Ben Roethlisberger Junior Arrives

Ashley Roethlisberger Gives Birth to to Ben, Jr.

Steeler Nation is rejoicing that Ben Roethlisberger, Jr. has arrived.  Roethlisberger posted that both baby and Ashley are Ben Roethlisberger Baby doing fine and baby Ben weighed in at 7 lbs 1 oz and is 19 1/2 inches long.

The timing of little Ben couldn’t have been better – Big Ben will not be playing against the Browns due to his injury.  

Read more about Ben, Jr. from articles below….

 

Steelers QB Ben Roethlisberger, wife welcome baby boy – Chicago Sun-Times

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SB Nation PittsburghSteelers QB Ben Roethlisberger, wife welcome baby boyChicago Sun-TimesPITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger and his wife Ashley are giving thanks for their new bundle of joy. Benjamin Roethlisberger Jr. a …

 

 

Ben Roethlisberger, wife have baby son named Benjamin Jr. – NFL News

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Ben Roethlisberger, wife have baby son named Benjamin Jr.NFL NewsRoethlisberger says his wife, Ashley, gave birth to their first child Wednesday at 10:06 p.m. The boy weighed 7 lbs., 1 oz. and is just over 19 inches long. The quarterback says mother …

 

Roethlisberger’s wife gives birth to son, Benjamin Jr. – WPXI Pittsburgh

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Roethlisberger’s wife gives birth to son, Benjamin Jr.WPXI PittsburghAshley Roethlisberger, the wife of Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger, gave birth to son Benjamin Roethlisberger Jr. at 10:06 p.m. Wednesday night. It is the first child for th …

 

Ben Roethlisberger gets something else to be thankful for – NBCSports.com

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NBCSports.comBen Roethlisberger gets something else to be thankful forNBCSports.comSteelers fans have enough to worry about with the health of quarterback Ben Roethlisberger, so they will be happy to know that they can strike any worries about the qu …

 

From Twitter…

Steelersdepot

Ben Roethlisberger Jr. is already underrated in the hospital nursery. Only the top 6th or 7th baby in there. #BenJr

Thursday, November 22, 2012 11:51:08 AM

 

EdBouchette

#Steelers Ben Roethlisberger’s baby arrives, QB didn’t have to miss a game, although he will anyway. Baby’s name is http://t.co/ETr4wgG8

Thursday, November 22, 2012 12:04:50 PM

 

TribLIVE

#Steelers QB Ben Roethlisberger’s wife gives birth to son named Benjamin Roethlisberger Jr. http://t.co/5pyrvdEV

Thursday, November 22, 2012 11:15:24 AM

 

AFLPittsburgh

Congratulations to the @steelers QB Ben Roethlisberger & wife on welcoming their new baby boy into the world today! http://t.co/1R956Zuj

Thursday, November 22, 2012 8:11:09 PM

 

NFLNewsAndTalk

Congrats to #Steelers QB B. Roethlisberger and his wife, as she gave birth to a baby boy, Ben Jr.

Thursday, November 22, 2012 7:55:18 PM

Leftwich Suffered Rib Injuries, But Still Played

Should Leftwich Have Remained in Game?

Byron Leftwich started out the game vs the Ravens and looked great on the first drive.   He score the only Steeler touchdown Leftwich running for TDon that first drive, but appeared to have been injured as he scampered into the end zone.

He was never the same as Pittsburgh fumbled on their next possession and had a string of punts thereafter.

Now it comes out that what we all thought happened – did.   Leftwich suffered a rib injury and could hardly throw.

Should the capable Charlie Batch have come in the last couple possessions?    It’s almost irrelevant now to even ask, but it does make you wonder….

Read more about the injury to Batch and you can decide…

 

Updates on Leftwich’s Rib Injury – Bleacher Report

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Updates on Leftwich’s Rib InjuryBleacher ReportThe issue with Byron Leftwich during Sunday night’s game between the Baltimore Ravens and Pittsburgh Steelers was clear. He was wincing in pain with his throwing arm repeatedly pulled close to his side. …

 

Leftwich starts out strong, fades late – Baltimore Sun

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SI.comLeftwich starts out strong, fades lateBaltimore SunWith injured Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger watching from the sideline in sweats Sunday, backup Byron Leftwich started against the Ravens, his first start since 2009. Leftwi …

 

What rust? Byron Leftwich rumbles for 31-yard TD run – SportingNews.com

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What rust? Byron Leftwich rumbles for 31-yard TD runSportingNews.comPITTSBURGH—Less than a minute into Sunday night’s game, Byron Leftwich did his best impersonation of Cam Newton, Steve Young or Michael Vick. Never known for his speed, Leftwich roll …

 

Byron Leftwich injury: Steelers QB injures rib, returns to game

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Byron Leftwich suffers a rib injury against the Ravens but returns to play.

 

Ravens deliver painful loss to Byron Leftwich, Steelers | Audibles

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Byron Leftwich took three sacks on his way to a 51.3 rating against the Steelers. (Justin K. Aller/Getty Images). Each hit wounded Byron Leftwich more than the last. The Steelers’ backup quarterback, pressed into the starting

Roethlisberger Injury “Potentially Fatal”

Rib Injury Much More Serious Than Originally Believed

Wow – VERY BAD news for Steeler Nation.   Big Ben is known for his ability to play through anything!   He’s come back at Ben Roethlisberger Serious Injurytimes when no one thought it possible – broken nose, broken foot, sprained ankle, broken thumb (and still passed well)…. the list goes on and on.    This time, however, this injury is actually life threatening.    One wrong hit and his rib could affect his aorta and he could actually die – according to numerous source (see articles below).

While we are always hoping the best for the Steelers, in this case we are truly hoping Ben recovers quickly not just for the team’s sake, but for HIS sake!

 

Ben Roethlisberger injury: Steelers QB also has rib damage

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Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger has a “rare and dangerous” rib injury on top of a sprained shoulder, according to a report.

 

Ben Roethlisberger out with rare, dangerous rib injury, too – Washington Post (blog)

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Bleacher ReportBen Roethlisberger out with rare, dangerous rib injury, tooWashington Post (blog)All along, words like “uncommon,” “unusual” and “serious” have been used to describe the shoulder and rib injuries that Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Be …

 

 

Ben Roethlisberger’s injury the latest malady Steelers must deal with – CBSSports.com (blog)

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Ben Roethlisberger’s injury the latest malady Steelers must deal withCBSSports.com (blog)After some laughter and opening the press conference with a brief review of Monday night’s win against Kansas City, Tomlin got down to the business concerning qu …

 

From Twitter….

 

AdamSchefter

Ben Roethlisberger identified the rare and dangerous rib injury: a dislocated first rib that could have pressed against his aorta.

Wednesday, November 14, 2012 1:18:08 PM

 

EdBouchette

#Steelers Ben Roethlisberger has a rare rib injury that could kill him by pressing against his aorta. Too big risk. Has to wait until heals

Wednesday, November 14, 2012 12:56:45 PM

 

MattKadow

Roethlisberger has potentially fatal rib injury. have faith in @SteelersJesus A-Ben.

Wednesday, November 14, 2012 2:48:08 PM

 

FurnitureRow_78

I don’t like Ben Roethlisberger at all but I really hope he gets better. His injury is really serious. #PrayersForBen

Wednesday, November 14, 2012 2:44:56 PM

 

TiqIQ

RT @sbnation: If Roethlisberger plays on Sunday, HE COULD DIE. No, really. http://t.co/5xRyXBRG

Wednesday, November 14, 2012 2:45:33 PM