New Pittsburgh Steelers’ Offensive Coordinator Todd Haley strolled to the podium at yesterday’s introductory news conference looking as though he’d been up late studying for final exams in college with his over-sized pullover and disheveled hair. This was nothing out of the ordinary for Haley who often looks like a mad scientist about to make a breakthrough. The most important element in Haley’s newest concoction is one he has yet to meet with and it is a blend that has Steeler Nation holding its’ collective breath. QB Ben Roethlisberger spoke publicly for the first time yesterday with Pittsburgh Post-Gazette Reporter Ed Bouchette and I think you have to take a close look at Roethlisberger’s comments before jumping to any conclusions. Roethlisberger openly admits he has received many calls and texts, some good and some bad, about Haley but he also said he is “looking forward to meeting him and forming his own opinion.” Some will read this article by Bouchette and think Ben is being ...
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