NFL
Refholding
Denver Broncos helmet, uniform concept design
Baylor
Wright: Baylor had no playbook
Revis
Revis sees QB controversy brewing
Gettyimageproxy.ashx_requesturl_http_3a_2f_2fcache.gettyimages.com_2fxc_2f89613541.jpg_3fv_3d1_26c_3dewsasset_26k_3d2_26d_3d17a4ad9fdb9cf1937481c04f04aa2143c0ca12ec2e983799
Tony Romo spreads his suck across a second sport
78539501
New York Giants' Osi Umenyiora Fires Agent Tony Agnone

The Case Against Ben Roethlisberger Starting

Found December 21, 2011 on Blitzburgh Blog:
PLAYERS: Ben Roethlisberger,  Terrell Suggs,  Scott Paxson
TEAMS: Pittsburgh Steelers,  Cleveland Browns,  Baltimore Ravens

Oakland_raiders_v_dadb
Dejan Kovacevic wrote in his column today that the Steelers should play Ben Roethlisberger these final two weeks of the season.Now, Kovacevic is no joke. He knows what he's talking about in every sport and I agree with him close to 100% of the time. This is one of the times I don't.He's right about a few things, of course. There is a case to start Ben despite his high ankle sprain. The Steelers aren't exactly such a dominant force in pro football right now that they can expect to take two weeks off and jump in without incident in wildcard weekend. And of course, Ben wouldn't be in as much danger if the Steelers were to incorporate a QB-friendly, quick-pass offense. It isn't like the Rams defense is that threatening. And they can still lean on the running game, right?Here's the problem. The Steelers have all but clinched the #5 seed. Even if they win out, it remains likely that the Ravens will do the same and finish with the top seed in the AFC. Yeah, they...
Original Story: http://www.blitzburghblog.com/2011-ar...
THE BACKYARD
BEST OF MAXIM
AROUND THE WEB
RELATED ARTICLES

For Browns Fans XMas Came Early As Ben Roethlisberger Takes Beating

Via Cleveland Sports 360  |  December 20, 2011
Last night Ben Roethlisberger threw three interceptions as his Pittsburgh Steelers team missed the chance to take over the top spot in the AFC as the Steelers lost to the 49ners 20-3. Big Ben was still hampered by the sprained ankle the Browns gave him when they played on Thursday night. The Lights went out at candlestick a couple of times and so did the Steelers chances of producing...

Steelers QB Batch, not Roethlisberger, to face Rams

Via Pro Sports Daily  |  December 23, 2011
The Pittsburgh Steelers will start Charlie Batch at quarterback for Saturday's game against the St. Louis Rams. Ben Roethlisberger was expected to be given at least one week of rest as he recovers from an ankle injury. The 29-year-old Roethlisberger has thrown for 3,856 yards with 21 touchdowns and 14 interceptions in 14 games. Batch, 37, has thrown two incompletions this...

Pittsburgh Steelers QB Ben Roethlisberger could sit vs. St. Louis Rams

Via thepigskinreport.com  |  December 21, 2011
After a very poor performance against the San Francisco 49ers Monday night, it’s becoming more and more of a reality that Pittsburgh Steelers QB Ben Roethlisberger could sit this Saturday against the St. Louis Rams. NFL Network contributor Jason La Canfora on Twitter this morning confirms this. Jason LaCanfora reports, “Steelers officials would be shocked if Ben plays...

Ben Roethlisberger SHOULD Sit At Least Week 16 If Not Both

Via Nice Pick, Cowher  |  December 22, 2011
In Charlie Batch we must trust. Courtesy steelers.com Ben, Ben, Ben.  This might be the most attention you’ve received during the actual course of the football season and not just the offseason.  For those keeping up on Ben and his ankle and have been thinking about it, you may have already read Kimmy’s post about her thoughts on the matter.  She’s on the fence...

Steelers QB Ben Roethlisberger active vs. 49ers

Via Miami Herald  |  December 19, 2011
Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger is active against the San Francisco 49ers despite being limited in practice this week with a sprained left ankle.

Power Outage Delays "Monday Night Football"

Via NBC Miami  |  December 19, 2011
As Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger was announced as being active against the San Francisco 49ers, the stadium had different ideas. The start of Monday Night Football at Candlestick Park in San Francisco was delayed Monday when a transformer exploded just outside the stadium. The start of the game was delayed indefinitely and ESPN showed aerial footage of fans...

Steelers QB Roethlisberger stands by coach

Via Pittsburgh Steelers & NFL ? Pittsburgh Tribune-Review  |  December 22, 2011
Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger basically remained in no-excuse mode, as his teammates prepared for the St. Louis Rams.

Roethlisberger hoping to play against Rams

Via Sign on San Diego  |  December 21, 2011
Pittsburgh quarterback Ben Roethlisberger is optimistic he'll play Saturday when the Steelers host St. Louis.

Steelers let chance to control AFC slip away

Via AP on Fox  |  December 20, 2011
The lights weren't the only thing that went out in San Francisco. The Pittsburgh Steelers saw their opportunity to take control of the AFC disappear in a 20-3 loss to the 49ers. Injured quarterback Ben Roethlisberger passed for 330 yards but also threw three interceptions, and the Steelers were held without a touchdown for the first time in over two years. Instead of moving...

Roethlisberger sits out practice to rest ankle

Via ESPN  |  December 22, 2011
Pittsburgh quarterback Ben Roethlisberger has sat out Thursday's practice to rest his sprained left ankle and will be a game-time decision when the Steelers face St. Louis on Saturday.

Mike Tomlin never considered benching Ben Roethlisberger

Via Shutdown Corner  |  December 20, 2011
The most bizarre thing about Monday night's Steelers vs. 49ers game (okay, the second-most bizarre thing) was that gimped-up quarterback Ben Roethlisberger played all sixty minutes. On an injured ankle, when the Steelers' line couldn't protect him, and with the game decided, there was Large Benjamin, still under center, still getting pounded. Even more strange? Head coach...

Thursday Night Injury Report: Rams at Steelers

Via Bleed Black & Gold  |  December 22, 2011
The Steelers Injury list is relatively short this week.  They are heading into week 16 pretty healthy.  Minus Ben Roethlisberger’s status up in the air this team is pretty well set for who is in and out.  LaMarr Woodley returned to practice.  I will have to tell April to calm down.  Woodley could not practice a day after a game.  Rest the hamstring.  Rest.  Here is...

If Charlie Batch Can’t Win, Why Does He Exist?

Via This Is Getting Old  |  December 23, 2011
I’m going to wade into Steelers territory for just a moment. I think the title says it all but let me elaborate.  The Steelers started an obviously hurt Ben Roethlisberger against the 49ers in a must win situation. Did Ben look good to anyone? Now we must assume Ben started because he gave the Steelers [...]
THE NFL HOT 40
1
Osi Umenyiora
Osi Umenyiora’s restructured contract is for one year
2
Tom Brady
Tom Brady’s Choice Of Denims
3
Terrell Owens
Terrell Owens wants to sue team that dumped him
4
Peyton Manning
Broncos have Manning on pitch count
5
Drew Brees
Joe Vitt believes Drew Brees will show up
6
Donald Driver
Donald Driver Makes Good on Promise, Will Return to Green Bay in 2012
7
Tim Tebow
Tim Tebow's handlers need to chill out
8
Hines Ward
Hines Ward Hired By NBC
9
Roger Goodell
Goodell confident bounty hunting no longer issue
10
Rex Ryan
Jets Coach Rex Ryan Regrets Making Super Bowl Guarantee
11
Andre Brown
Giants’ Andre Brown has his 4 game suspension lifted
12
Junior Seau
Friends say Seau had insomnia, used Ambien
13
Ryan Tannehill
Ryan Tannehill wife Lauren will appear in 'Maxim'
14
Nick Fairley
Nick Fairley, what were you thinking?
15
Mike Jenkins
Dallas Cowboys suggest no trade of CB Mike Jenkins
16
Darrelle Revis
With or without Darrelle Revis, the Jets ‘got some place to be’
17
Asher Allen
Asher Allen Retirement Benefits the Minnesota Vikings Long-term
18
Hakeem Nicks
Hakeem Nicks still believes he’ll be ready for the season opener
19
Jason Babin
Jason Babin’s wild, whacky offseason adventures: Next up, running with the bulls
20
Robert Griffin III
Robert Griffin III Makes His Action Figure Debute This Holiday Season
21
Andy Reid
Brian Dawkins believes Andy Reid should be on the hot seat
22
Cam Newton
Can Cam Newton avoid the ‘sophomore slump’?
23
Aaron Rodgers
NFL Shop Misspells Aaron Rodgers’ Name on Nike Jersey Ad
24
Ben Roethlisberger
Miller, Redman will be Used to Protect Roethlisberger
25
Kellen Winslow
Evaluating The Kellen Winslow Jr. Trade For The Seahawks
26
Dez Bryant
Jerry Jones: Cowboys’ coaches need to do better job of getting Dez Bryant the ball late in games
27
Wes Welker
Wes Welker, Anna Burns Wedding Registry Includes Pasta Machine, Other Items From Williams-Sonoma
28
Adrian Peterson
Peterson's recovery fast even by his standards
29
Shawne Merriman
Bills' Merriman cleared to practice
30
Michael Vick
Eagles QB Michael Vick Takes Exception To Criticism Of Playing Style
31
Kenny Britt
Titans’ Kenny Britt will be limited for start of Training Camp
32
Jonathan Baldwin
Chiefs’ Jonathan Baldwin may be battling migraines
33
T.Y. Hilton
Colts sign third-round pick Hilton
34
Trent Richardson
Trent Richardson generating rookie fantasy excitement
35
Titus Young
Lions’ Young apologizes for sucker punch, shows he ‘gets it’
36
Jim Harbaugh
Jim Harbaugh’s lie could tarnish his reputation with his players
37
Matt Forte
Losing Forte is not the end of the world
38
Jonathan Vilma
Vilma says league refused to show him bounty evidence, NFL claims otherwise
39
Mike Wallace
Mike Wallace: The receiver the Pittsburgh Steelers can’t lose
40
Jermichael Finley
Finley: 'I couldn't get the chemistry with the QB'
Today's Best Stuff
For Bloggers

Join the Yardbarker Network (YBN) for more promotion, traffic, and money.
Company Info
Help
What is Yardbarker?

Yardbarker is the largest network of sports blogs and pro athlete blogs on the web. This site is the hub of the Yardbarker Network, where our editors and algorithms curate the best sports content from our network and beyond.