PITTSBURGH – Ben Roethlisberger is officially back with the Pittsburgh Steelers for the 2021 season.
The Steelers announced a new contract for the quarterback on Thursday afternoon, but did not disclose any terms.
“It is my greatest honor to be a Pittsburgh Steeler and give it my all for this organization,” Roethlisberger said in a statement from the team. “I am grateful to be at this stage of my career and more than happy to make the best possible adjustments to my contract so that the team can engage other players who are so important to our success. I love this game and I love it. of fighting, and I believe in this team and my ability to deliver when asked. It all starts with good preparation and I’m ready. “
Roethlisberger was previously under contract for the 2021 season, although the team made it clear he would not be able to return with the $ 41.2 million cap.
“We are delighted to have reached an agreement with Ben Roethlisberger on a new contract for him to return to the Steelers in 2021,” general manager Kevin Colbert said in a statement. “We know that Ben can still play at a high level and do special things for this team. Our goal remains the same: to put together a squad that will compete for another championship. We are happy that Ben is one of our leaders. to help. we achieve that. goal “.
Roethlisberger, who turned 39 earlier this week, threw 33 touchdowns and 10 interceptions last season, the first after major elbow surgery after a season-ending injury in week 2 of the 2019 season.