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Waterston_Fan · 01-07-2009, 10:27 PM

Saw this article and I really don't like this at all.

Big Ben

PITTSBURGH -- Ben Roethlisberger is dealing with a swollen head, an issue that has troubled many NFL quarterbacks. Only this time, it's not the result of too many commercial endorsements, a big contract or too much fan praise.

When the Steelers quarterback resumed practicing this week, he realized his helmet didn't fit right. He sustained a concussion Dec. 28 against Cleveland, and spent last week getting over headaches associated with the hit.

"I had a little headache after putting the helmet on because it was so tight," Roethlisberger said Wednesday. "But we'll deal with it and move on."

After receiving a concussion during the 2006 season, Roethlisberger declined to switch to a newer style of helmet designed to better protect against concussions. He apparently has not switched helmets this time, either, preferring to stay with the model he has traditionally worn.

Roethlisberger has had three concussions in three years, one in the June 2006 motorcycle accident in which he was seriously injured while not wearing a helmet. He has not been spotted riding a motorcycle in public since.

Roethlisberger sat out the second half of the Cleveland game, but will return Sunday for the Steelers' AFC divisional game against San Diego.

Copyright 2009 by The Associated Press

imo · 01-08-2009, 11:22 AM

lol... Ben playing with a concussion while LT will once again stand on the sideline with sad faces.

Some people love the game... some people love the checks.

TVFactFan · 01-08-2009, 02:30 PM

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Originally Posted by imo

lol... Ben playing with a concussion while LT will once again stand on the sideline with sad faces.

Some people love the game... some people love the checks.

LT needs his LEGS to be a factor, Big Ben doesn't

bandito · 01-08-2009, 06:35 PM

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Originally Posted by TVandSportsGuy

LT needs his LEGS to be a factor, Big Ben doesn't

The heck he doesn't. The way his Offensive line protects him, he's always running for his life-lol

TVFactFan · 01-08-2009, 07:58 PM

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Originally Posted by bandito

The heck he doesn't. The way his Offensive line protects him, he's always running for his life-lol

He does't need to use his legs like LT, all he has to do is move around in the pocket whih is stepping to the side or moving your shoulders

LT on the otherhand has to cut back go left spin around and use his SPEED to help his team. Big Ben doesn't have to use speed to help his team

Waterston_Fan · 01-08-2009, 08:02 PM

Why don't you try to run and pull a groin, let's see how you run and make cuts like LT?

bandito · 01-08-2009, 09:39 PM

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Originally Posted by TVandSportsGuy

He does't need to use his legs like LT, all he has to do is move around in the pocket whih is stepping to the side or moving your shoulders

LT on the otherhand has to cut back go left spin around and use his SPEED to help his team. Big Ben doesn't have to use speed to help his team

It was a joke, Sol.

imo · 01-09-2009, 08:00 AM

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Originally Posted by Waterston_Fan

Why don't you try to run and pull a groin, let's see how you run and make cuts like LT?

Nah, I'll just watch Sproles doing all the running........... just like LT.

01-07-2009, 10:27 PM	#1
Waterston_Fan Eternal Member Eternal Member Forum 3000 Club Member Join Date: Dec 26, 2005 Location: Southern California Posts: 3,195	Ben coming back too soon? Saw this article and I really don't like this at all. Big Ben PITTSBURGH -- Ben Roethlisberger is dealing with a swollen head, an issue that has troubled many NFL quarterbacks. Only this time, it's not the result of too many commercial endorsements, a big contract or too much fan praise. When the Steelers quarterback resumed practicing this week, he realized his helmet didn't fit right. He sustained a concussion Dec. 28 against Cleveland, and spent last week getting over headaches associated with the hit. "I had a little headache after putting the helmet on because it was so tight," Roethlisberger said Wednesday. "But we'll deal with it and move on." After receiving a concussion during the 2006 season, Roethlisberger declined to switch to a newer style of helmet designed to better protect against concussions. He apparently has not switched helmets this time, either, preferring to stay with the model he has traditionally worn. Roethlisberger has had three concussions in three years, one in the June 2006 motorcycle accident in which he was seriously injured while not wearing a helmet. He has not been spotted riding a motorcycle in public since. Roethlisberger sat out the second half of the Cleveland game, but will return Sunday for the Steelers' AFC divisional game against San Diego. Copyright 2009 by The Associated Press

01-08-2009, 11:22 AM	#2
imo Legendary Frequent Poster Join Date: Dec 20, 2008 Location: S.H.I.E.L.D. Headquarters Posts: 171	lol... Ben playing with a concussion while LT will once again stand on the sideline with sad faces. Some people love the game... some people love the checks.

01-08-2009, 08:02 PM	#6
Waterston_Fan Eternal Member Eternal Member Forum 3000 Club Member Join Date: Dec 26, 2005 Location: Southern California Posts: 3,195	Why don't you try to run and pull a groin, let's see how you run and make cuts like LT?