PITTSBURGH – Ben Roethlisberger has officially returned with the Pittsburgh Steelers for the 2021 season.
The Steelers announced a new contract for the quarterback on Thursday afternoon, but did not disclose the conditions.
“It is my greatest honor to be a Steeler in Pittsburgh and to give my all for this organization,” Roethlisberger said in a statement released by the team. “I am grateful that I am at this stage of my career and I am more than happy to adjust my contract in the best way that helps the team address other players who are so vital to our success. I like this game and I I like to compete and I believe in this team and in my ability to deliver when required. It all starts with excellent training and I’m ready to go. “
Roethlisberger was previously under contract for the 2021 season, although the team stated that it will not be able to return with the limit of 41.2 million dollars.
“We are pleased that we have managed to reach an agreement with Ben Roethlisberger on a new contract for him to return to the Steelers in 2021,” CEO Kevin Colbert said in a statement. “We know that Ben can still play at a high level and can do special things for this team. Our goal remains the same: to make a list to compete for another championship. We’re glad that Ben is one of our leaders who helps us achieve this. target “.
Roethlisberger, who turned 39 earlier this week, threw 33 touchdowns and 10 interceptions last season, the first after a major elbow surgery after an end-of-season injury in week 2 of the 2019 season.