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Found January 25, 2012 on Steelers Depot: Yardbarker Blogger Network
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A report this evening on NFL.com says that Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger told the media that his injured left ankle is still a little swollen, but not swollen enough to force him to sit out the 2012 Pro Bowl game this coming Sunday in Hawaii. Roethlisberger, who initially severely sprained the left ankle way back in week 14 against the Cleveland Browns, said in regards to his ankle Wednesday, "Not bad. Lots of time to rest. Still a little swollen, but it’s alright. He later added per the report, "We’ve rested it long enough now. Coaches know. It’s not one of those games Read more [...]
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