PITTSBURGH – Ben Roethlisberger is officially back with the Pittsburgh Steelers for the 2021 season.
The Steelers announced a new contract for quarterback on Thursday afternoon, but did not disclose the terms.
“It’s my greatest honor to be a Pittsburgh Steelers and give my all for this organization,” Roethlisberger said in a statement issued by the team. “I am grateful to be at this stage of my career and more than happy to adjust my contract in the best way that will help the team target other players who are so vital to our success. M “I love this game and I love to compete, and I believe in this team and my ability to meet when asked. It all starts with great preparation and I’m ready to get started.”
Roethlisberger was previously under contract for the 2021 season, although the team made it clear he could not return with the $ 41.2 million cap.
“We are excited to have been able to reach 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 list that will compete for another championship. We are happy that Ben is one of our leaders to help us. to achieve this goal “.
Roethlisberger, who turned 39 earlier this week, threw 33 touchdowns and 10 interceptions last season, the first after major elbow surgery after an injury that ended his season in the Week 2 of the 2019 season.