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Found August 31, 2009 on The Steelyard:
PLAYERS: Brett Keisel,  Ben Roethlisberger,  Jeff Reed,  Ryan Clark
TEAMS: Pittsburgh Steelers,  New York Giants

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In what has to be characterized as a minor surprise, the Steelers are apparently set to ink DE Brett Keisel, 30, to a long-term contract extension. Maybe the fact that it’s difficult to find ends that can thrive in Pittsburgh’s 3-4 scheme played a role in the decision. Or maybe it’s that Keisel is Ben Roethlisberger’s best friend on the team. But I expected PK Jeff Reed or S Ryan Clark to be next in line for an extension — not Keisel.
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