Pittsburgh Steelers sign Ben Roethlisberger to new contract for 2021 season
Everybody wanted things to work out and Ben Roethlisberger and the Pittsburgh Steelers found a way to make things happen.
The quarterback and only team he has played for since being drafted in 2004 announced Thursday they have signed a new contract for the 2021 season.
We have signed QB Ben Roethlisberger to a new contract for 2021.
— Pittsburgh Steelers (@steelers) March 4, 2021
The need for a new deal was the amount Roethlisberger was due in his previous contract, somewhere North of $41 million. That would have caused massive cap issues.
So, cooler heads prevailed and both sides worked things out.
Per Steelers.com:
“We are excited we were able to come to an agreement with Ben Roethlisberger on a new contract for him to return to the Steelers in 2021,” said General Manager and Vice President Kevin Colbert. “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 roster that will compete for another championship. We are happy that Ben will be one of our leaders to help us accomplish that goal.”
“It is my greatest honor to be a Pittsburgh Steeler and give my all for this organization,” said Roethlisberger. “I am grateful to be at this stage of my career and more than happy to adjust my contract in a way that best helps the team to address other players who are so vital to our success. I love this game and love to compete, and I believe in this team and my ability to deliver when called upon. It all starts with great preparation and I am ready to go.”
