Steelers offensive line gets clear message from legendary QB Ben Roethlisberger

The Pittsburgh Steelers may be finding their stride at just the right time. The most dangerous teams in the NFL playoffs are typically the ones that have a very strong end to the regular season. After a convincing 28-15 win over the Miami Dolphins on Monday evening, the organization has a real chance of turning into one of the league's hottest squads if Weeks 16 through 18 go the way the Steel City wants. Games against the Detroit Lions, Cleveland Browns and Baltimore Ravens will be good deciding factors on whether or not head coach Mike Tomlin's collective is legitimate or not.

Monday wasn't just fun for the city of Pittsburgh because the Steelers took down the Dolphins. Three legends in Ben Roethlisberger, Maurkice Pouncey and Joey Porter Sr. were all inducted into the franchise's Hall of Honor. The trio was celebrated throughout the weekend, which was certainly a very enjoyable and unforgettable experience for them and their families.

The occasion did not stop Roethlisberger from recording a new episode of his podcast, "Footbahlin with Ben Roethlisberger," however. The future Hall of Fame quarterback mentioned that it was tough for him to truly pay attention to the game because of how much was going on, but he went into some detail about how he is feeling about the team following the win.

One of the more simple, but crucial talking points that he brought up was in relation to the offense. Roethlisberger believes that the unit is getting ready to find its true rhythm at the perfect time, but there was a simple caveat to what needs to happen if the Steelers want to continue to progress on that side of the ball. Aaron Rodgers need to remain upright.

"If the line can keep Aaron protected, this offense could be really dangerous," said Roethlisberger.

Rodgers ended up getting sacked three different times in the contest, which may not seem like a lot, but it is for a 42-year-old battling a fractured wrist. Moving forward, even though there are some injuries that the group is facing, the big men up front need to find a way to prevent sacks moving forward. Rodgers is an extremely dangerous quarterback when he has time to throw the football.

Pittsburgh is only allowing 1.8 sacks per game, which is good enough for 10th best in the league. Rodgers does get rid of the ball rather quickly, so the key for the line is allowing him to have just enough time to process what the defense is giving him. Roethlisberger made a simple, but important point. No 42-year-old wants to be hit hard in December and into January. A strong fortified front will prevent that and keep the quarterback at his very best.