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[@sports3117]

He never had a losing record in his career, won 2 Super Bowls, and showed that he’s tough as nails in the pocket. Hall of fame worthy

[@JamesGrinstead]

Tom Brady also never had a losing season in his career, 7 Super Bowl titles 5 Super Bowl MVP awards but played longer than Big Ben, if Brady retires this year he’ll also be HOF worthy

[@keenanma5537]

These are the two most obvious comments I’ve ever seen

[@michaeljensen1927]

@@JamesGrinstead bro Brady has been hall of fame worth for 10 years lol, stop acting like that’s your hot take

[@brienfoaboutanything9037]

All you need to know about Ben Roethlisberger: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iqSQdZumppKmg68

[@DavidRSoriano]

@@JamesGrinstead but we’re not talking about Brady right now

[@ChiseledAdonis]

The greatest pump fake of all time. Had he not played in the same era as Manning & Brady who knows how many championships he would have won. People like to put a load of credit for his victories to his defense but look at how many game winning/ come from behind victories he had. Ben was a BALLER. A HALL OF FAMER!

[@Tylorgng.]

Ben is the first QB I've seen pump fake and trick multiple cameramen. It was on another level

[@willieanderson8570]

You better Rep💯💪🏿. Huge fan

[@blisshyatt6350]

He has a better win % in the superbowl than the best Manning

[@Noneforsale]

Ong best touchdown pass in Super Bowl history for sure

[@34jayy]

Had he had a better coach during his prime it might have made a huge difference

[@maddoxbms4696]

Watching the Steelers without Big Ben won’t be the same. He embodied Pittsburgh and the team perfectly

[@Justin-hv7eu]

There’s a ray of hope. His name is Kenny Pickett.

[@ZepG]

@Maddox BMS I thought the same when Terry Bradshaw retired lol.

[@serventofthegoatmen7]

This comment aged a little too well for my liking.

[@JayFix68]

This comment aged very well. He is for sure missed. No one like Big Ben.

[@michaelball4595]

That's why I'm here 😢

[@iemv8900]

Ben is the definition of a franchise QB. Gave the steelers and city 2 super bowls, had one of the best WR and QB connections in NFL history and never left the team. Stuck with them from start to end.

[@xxshrimptacoxx5720]

Gave us the greatest play ever in the greatest super bowl ever, officially cementing the Steelers legacy as greatest franchise of all time

[@ironman4122]

Totally agree! Watching this, that’s all you can think about! Well that, and too bad that WR you mentioned had to turn into the biggest STOOGE ever!🖤💛🏈🤟🤟🤟🤟🤟🤟🤟🏈🖤💛

[@AJEDDY97]

He had a couple. Him to Ward, him to Holmes and Wallace, him to Brown, and you CANNOT forget the tight ends. Him to Miller and him to Spaeth would kill other teams. Hell, even him to Vance McDonald and Pat Friermuth wrecked a couple teams.

[@walterhervas8064]

Yeah the greatest franchise of all time yeah right four of them came in the 70s and what they've only won two since then New England has six been to 12 super bowls the Steelers don't even ever get to super bowl again

[@xxshrimptacoxx5720]

@@walterhervas8064 Yeah, half the Patriots rings are tainted due to them cheating multiple times. Steelers still the best!

[@redt7452]

Him never having a below .500 record his whole career is so insane.

[@norwood-n3q]

Consumate winner

[@travismiller5581]

That fact alone is Amazing! The Steelers were always competitive and were always in the thick of things in the AFC it seemed like; and it was because of Big Ben!

[@TanmanC]

As a Ravens fan, he gave us so many painful memories but that is what made the rivalry special, the toughness and competitor like mentality he brought to those games. Much respect, Big Ben! Congrats on a great career!

[@jonathanslocum4967]

As a Browns and Colts fan there were to many painful memories but there's no denying he had great career

[@raycharles5245]

Ravens fan here loved seeing my ravens struggle to bring him down was some Great games

[@wearethiss]

Steelers vs ravens rivalry will never be the same without Ben

[@ldbbaker9636]

Agreed

[@dannv3yt630]

@@wearethiss agreed

[@Phoenix-pm2qr]

Gen Z will finally learn how good he is. People who just watched him the last few years have no clue how great his scrambling and deep passes were.

[@mr.w5096]

I was a baby when he became the Steelers quarterback. I had no idea about his scrambling abilities earlier in his career until I watched this video.

[@miketuck2017]

Gen Z just don't what it was like to have manning Brady brees and Big Ben at their peak at the same time 💯🔥

[@miketuck2017]

I mean most of us gen Z KNOW HOW GREAT BEN WAS JUST THE New AGE will find out

[@LL-hc3zm]

@@miketuck2017 Not even close to "most" but we do appreciate those that do know.

[@micaharies]

im 20, i grew up watching him play and he's probably singlehandedly the reason i love football, my earliest memory of football was watching the super bowl vs the seahawks. i remember being like 10 wondering how he stayed so calm in the pocket in order to get these crazy deep throws

[@brianchua4240]

Man it's going to be so weird to not see him play again in Pittsburgh. Congrats on a Hall of Fame career Ben!! Can't wait for your day to be inducted into Canton!

[@charlesleeray6810]

Roethlisberger who kept his promise to Jerome Bettis to get him a championship. That playoff run in 2005 was classic

[@Broncos952]

*Scripted and rigged

[@mariosnum1fan]

@@Broncos952 lol no way

[@charlesleeray6810]

@@Broncos952 you are just saying that because your boy Jake Plummer lost to them in the AFC Championship Game.

[@Broncos952]

@@charlesleeray6810 You know Seattle got robbed in that SB and we deserved to lose that game we were a little too cocky and arrogant

[@Jimmy_Hopkins15]

@@Broncos952 lol salty he beat your overrated 13 win Broncos team that year 🤣

[@joeyraible75]

I was waiting for this and expecting this moment to come but this is painful...18 great years. Him shedding off D-ends and linebackers, extending plays and slinging the rock! Your legacy will never be replaced Ben 🤟

[@dingsburnersburner4353]

His gold jacket is waiting for him

[@walterhervas8064]

Yeah his legacy never replaced nice one I think Tom Brady way past that

[@Firedoge6969]

​@@walterhervas8064🤓

[@quintonmohammed9231]

Multiple 500+ yard games. Back to back weeks with 6 tds. 2 superbowls and 3 appearances. One of the best to do it

[@straptrg2301]

It sucks he never won MVP, that’s the only thing he missed out on

[@debbiegrasse3920]

He should’ve been the MVP in Super Bowl 43. He won that SB with that pass.

[@ST0NE_206]

I loved watching Big Ben play, yes he had his ups and downs but he always put on a show throughout his career, and it was an amazing career, I am forever grateful for what he accomplished with us!

[@docadams7099]

Ben Roethlisberger was one of the best at calling plays at the line of scrimmage. He could run any type of offense and run it well. I wish to congratulate him on a wonderful career. The Hall of Fame will be calling him as soon as he is eligible.

[@Mr.PoliticallyIncorrect]

He wore number 7 as a tribute to his favorite player growing up, John Elway, and boy did he live up to it. Tough as nails and a gunslinger!

[@just_2swift]

That injury really set him back. Big berger had an arm boi.

[@wearethiss]

What held him back was the injury’s he had in all his carreer, he was the most sacked QB ever. That tells you why brady is playing at 44, almost 45 and Bens gone at 39

[@lowercasegoat]

@@wearethiss 39 isn't young though. That's pretty old for a QB. It's rare for one to play as long as he has. Brady is definitely a rare example (as was Brees).

[@ccyl54]

First game I’ve ever watched was the Seattle V Steelers super bowl. That very day I told my parents I wanted to play football and be a college athlete. A man like Ben gave many kids ideas and manifestations. Thank you Ben, without your performance and athleticism I wouldn’t have aspired to be a college football player that I am today!

[@proudconservative2158]

How do you remember that game ? Lol if you’re still in college you’d be 5 at the oldest when that game was played. I was 9 and I only remember 1 season before that in 2004

[@just_2swift]

That final drive in SB 43 doesn't get the credit it deserves.

[@croixR]

💯

[@lefonzopollock4345]

Great as any game winning super bowl drive

[@joshhoward1289]

And started off with a holding call.

[@carletioseymour9495]

Steele's organization did their job. Surrounded Ben with constant playmakers. Hines Ward, Antonio Brown, Santonio Holmes, Health, a plethora of RB'S, killer defenses. Man we'll miss you Ben

[@zackamig4446]

Not to mention nate Washington, plexico, Emmanuel sanders, Mike wallace. Randal El, juju, diontae, shit even Bryant's was a baller

[@JahNuhThunDeeTheOneAndOnly]

Steeler fans better hope it doesn’t take them 20 years to find another franchise QB.

[@brennRL]

Or in the bears case 100 years

[@smartacus1367]

@ABSpirit 22 Try never. As a bears fan, getting a franchise qb is like winning the lottery

[@jeffhufana2389]

Win,Lose, or tie Till I die so basically I’m saying I’m here for the long or short ride

[@nathandavid34]

11 months later, and it didn’t 💯

[@joemiller2205]

If we had a choice between having Ben these 18 years or instead having Brady for 18, I’d choose Ben every time. There was just something so exciting about the unorthodox way he played the QB position. It was so much fun to watch. Like everyone always says, you always felt like there was a chance for them to win with the ball in Ben’s hands. I’m going to miss him so much!

[@doctorsuave]

I love Big Ben but I'd swap him for the GOAT any day. Not many others, if any, I'd rather have though.

[@CaRolBasKin9783]

Yeah but 4 70s ring plus 6 team wins = 10 Superbowls sooo...😂jk

[@danzalisnock9128]

That's true and became almost a "no big thing" to be down a score with a minute 30 from their own 10, because of how true it proved. The guy was full of magic. Composure, toughness, leadership, skill, and a little luck here and there, but for 15+ years, as Steelers fans we really did always feel like the team was in the game as long as #7 was in there.

[@stanleyfreeman7511]

Different player's each with there greatness I am a Steelers fan for life BIG BEN saved are team and city in the top ten in alot of categories all time! Never be another big Ben dam I miss watching him play

[@ryanskirpan4185]

I agree, plus Brady's a jag.

[@jeremiahgeiger]

With the retirement of Big Ben, another legendary quarterback I watched growing up rides off into the sunset...

[@Sarge_2018]

the most underrated player in NFL history. His accomplishments, the lack of fanfare, name somebody more underrated💪🏼

[@BastetNoodles]

He certainly wasn't underrated here in Pittsburgh! Didn't matter if we were 20 points behind in the 4th ~ with him as QB, we knew we had a shot at winning!

[@AJEDDY97]

With Ben retiring, every player from that magical Super Bowl XL run has retired. That playoff stretch has added significance to me, because watching that game is what made me a football fan. To be more specific, it's what made me a Steeler fan for life. I may not always be happy with the decisions made, but you can bet, any time a Steelers game is on out here in California, I'm wearing my Ward jersey, waving that beloved Towel, and pretending I'm at Heinz Field. May Roethlisberger live in peace, and I hope he enjoys all of the well-earned time with his wife and kids. I hope he gets to see them grow up and realize that their dad was a BADASS for the Steelers, and, dare I say it, the best QB the Steelers have ever had, and someone who should be in the conversation for top 10 *ALL-TIME* at his position.

[@lannycarrero2326]

You got my vote on that!🎉

[@blitzzzburgh77]

*Ben Roethlisberger there have been MANY TIMES that you have showed US as Steelers Fans your HEART but for me it was vs the Browns in December 2011. When I saw the leg injury at the end of the second half where it looked SO BAD almost to the point of a season or career ending injury I was crushed!!! But then I saw you come back on the field ready to play after halftime I cried like a baby & INSTANTLY KNEW that you were one of the GREATEST Steeler's QB's in HISTORY to EVER put on a Steelers Uniform PERIOD!!! Thank You Ben for giving US as Steelers Fans some of the GREATEST Years of OUR lives watching and cheering for YOU and the BLACK & GOLD!!! Steelers Nation 4 Life!!! We Bleed Black & Gold!!!*

[@kyletgillooly93]

That wr core in Pittsburgh in 2010 was insane

[@Goaty9116]

Mike Wallace Hines ward AB Emmanuel sanders Randle El. It was great

[@samrandall9641]

Crazy that its over, like a lot of Steelers fans, including me, never wanted him to retire but good things dont last forever, I'll miss Ben, thank you for all you brought to Pittsburgh!

[@Tuuufff]

Shit dont speak for every steeler fan....this steeler fan wanted him to be done 3 yrs ago....it BEN time 2 move on!

[@craighouse1279]

The woman he raped would disagree with you.

[@crossbonez1028]

One of the most underrated techniques that Ben has is that pump fake. Never have I seen a qb pump fake a fb like that…ever

[@youngwhitey7043]

Never gonna be the same watching the steels without Ben being at the helm wish him all the best !

[@tobiojo9454]

The Ravens and Steelers rivalry won't be the same without Ben Roethlisberger, congrats on an amazing career.

[@InfinityDaniel01]

To me on Big Ben retiring as a Steeler, I always enjoyed watching great QBs like Brady, Rodgers, Manning, Mahomes, Brees and Roethlisberger play with their best talents in the NFL. But for Big Ben and the Steelers, him growing up with John Elway, as his idol, makes him not just the modern Elway of his own but the Steelers’ Elway Star. It’s no surprise to any Steelers fan Big Ben would retire. To me however, it’s sad that without him now retired, the rivalry between him and the AFC North fades as well with the Patriots. Yes I’m a Patriots fan. But in my heart beyond being a Pats fan, I give respect to QBs that play very well in my heart. I don’t want to always disclose what team I am on. I prevent it from being worse, especially with conflicts with unknown people who could be trolls. Beyond myself, Cheers to Big Ben. Hope he has a great happy retirement.

[@BobbyDillon-ug5te]

Ben is the only HOF QB (or probably any QB) whose career highlight reel includes a tackle and an incompletion. 🐐

[@kluvsank78]

A really underrated quarterback. Legend.

[@daleridgway2461]

Die hard eagles fan here but that 2005 run was one of my earliest, and favorite football memories. The eagles were 6-10 that year so I was all about the Steelers

[@tylerhelt755]

I’m really going to miss Ben Roethlisberger. He’s my favorite Pittsburgh Steelers player of all time. I had two roethlisberger jerseys growing up. He is also my favorite NFL player

[@xDomenator8796x]

My Quarterback since 7 years old 😢 Thanks for the memories Ben you'll always be my guy!!!

[@munkpunkhealed]

man me toooo!

[@jackpaull2006]

Much respect to Ben man! He deserves more credit then he gets. He had a brilliant career. He ended his career as the Steelers all time passing leader and is a 2 time super bowl champion and played in 3. His 2nd super bowl win made the Steelers the first team to win a record 6 super bowls!

[@newcomermichael3]

As a huge pittsburgh steelers fan I kind of feel lost without him. I was watching before he was there and he gave this team such hope. And he delivered. I'm forever grateful for number 7. Thank you ben for some of the greatest steelers memories in my life. And I will never forget them!!!!

[@remnow]

The Santonio Holmes catch to win a SB might be the most under appreciated catch of all time. It's so amazing that it was put into triple coverage the only possible place to catch it, and holmes got both feet down... just an incredible play.

[@debbiegrasse3920]

Holmes got the MVP but Holmes could’ve never caught that pass. If Ben hadn’t placed it perfectly in his hands Ben got robbed. He should’ve been the MVP for SB 43.

[@andrewmurray9898]

All these kids gawking over Josh Allen and trashing current Ben weren’t around to remember what Ben used to be. HOF 1st ballot.

[@sostdm617]

Don't forget how much of a beast Ben was in his prime he would of won more if not for Brady and the Patriots and Ravens

[@AJEDDY97]

If it weren't for Brady, Manning, and the Ravens, he'd probably have 5 or 6, tbh. 😂😂

[@sostdm617]

@@AJEDDY97 facts he would

[@walterhervas8064]

That just goes to show you he's not as good as a manning and he's not as good as Brady

[@MorningDew85]

@@walterhervas8064 lol he is better than both, he performed better then ANY qb ever did against the patriots since 2006. Our defense spilled the beans. Quit being salty Big Ben wasn’t your qb

[@walterhervas8064]

@@MorningDew85 and you're only sticking out for bed and rapist Burger the guy who raped a girl and got away with it because you're a Steelers fan and you're afraid to admit that he sucks

[@SportsLifeForLife]

Big Ben is The Top Quarterback of the decade. 💯

[@markpalavosvrahotes5575]

One of the top. The number one has to be Brady.

[@SADGXNG]

Big Ben plays like a created character

[@brendanbugala8774]

THANK YOU BEN FOR A GREAT JOURNEY AND THANK YOU FOR BEING MY QB FOR 18 YEARS

[@ronniespring8888]

I can’t like this enough. We’ll miss you Ben. Thanks for the 2 Super Bowls and the awesome memories.

[@javierzamudio1300]

Big Ben 2004- 2021 🎉🎊🎉🎊🎉🎊🎊🎉🎊🎉🎊🏈

[@bonfied43]

I'm happy people didn't forget how good he was in his prime. Dude was that GUY

[@awesomegamer9981]

Who remembers when he had back to back 6 touchdown games?

[@danielbrunner7730]

I was at both of them!

[@mshat18]

Great player. Top ten QB of all time for sure.

[@waynelovette5905]

Ben Roethlisberger is my favorite quarterback my Steelers have ever had with absolutely nothing but respect for Terry Bradshaw

[@ian_sama9366]

One of the most seriously underrated competitive qbs who gave your team a chance every week

[@_Lonelychild]

My QB 4 Ever Thank You For All The Memories Ben See You In Canton 💛🖤🐐

[@shakiemjeanjoseph428]

17 seasons with the Pittsburgh Steelers won 2 Super Bowls with Head Coaches Bill Cowher and Mike Tomlin. 2004 Offensive Rookie Of The Year,6 Pro Bowls,4 career games with 500 passing Yards,4 career games with perfect passer rating

[@JaredMaxwell904]

18 seasons*

[@sonicmaniac8363]

There will never be another Big Ben again 😭🙏🙏👑

[@PickleRick91x]

Gonna miss you an your presence on the field so much man. You define what it is to be a steeler. I watched you your entire career,over half my life. I cried after your last home game. Thank you for the memories

[@lordrob13]

thanks big ben! 18 years of great memories, we'll miss you man

[@KornKobb]

Though Big Betty Ben Roethlisberger looked bad in his last season he never played horrible before hand, Ben’s 2 rings are far more impressive than people give him credit for. The Steelers don’t win against the cardinals without him, they don’t even make it to the big dance without him. A true goat

[@goodreverend2k1]

Behind that O-line very few QB's would be able to do anything.

[@Burgher1605]

Well if that wasn't a trip down memory lane then I don't know what is. Thanks for all the memories Ben!

[@joshuabraeden4390]

Thank you for everything Ben. You gave your all to this franchise and the city of Pittsburg. HOFer for sure!! 💛🖤

[@Given2Fly7173]

Thanks for the memories Big Ben!! From a Cowboys fan!

[@chesterharvey5425]

God do I miss Big Ben as far as I'm concerned he was one of the greatest QB of all time he never got the recognition he deserved. We love you Ben and we the fans well never forget you >

[@yengvang8737]

Browns and Bengals fans: Goodbye Daddy. 😂🙏

[@MarloSoBalJr]

Hall of Famer. As much as I hated the guy each time he played my Ravens, the man was clutch. Enjoy retirement Thank goodness 😁

[@martinmullins280]

Big Ben 7 his type of play scramble pump fake shake off linemen and line backers throw on the run and in the pocket bombs extended plays. No one has played the game like Ben never gave up toughest to ever play QB in all my years watching Steelers Big Ben is a legend 1st time HOFer! Surly will be missed never a loosing season in 18 seasons wow! But will never be forgotten 7 THANK YOU FOR 18 SEASONS! Like you said grow GODS KINGDOM!

[@c.y.a1179]

that throw to Holmes in the SP was literally one of the best throws of all time.. top 5 at least

[@jamescrean2598]

I miss my team battling Big Ben, Jags v Steelers will never be the same

[@Joe-dh2bf]

Much love and respect💓🙏

[@gc033]

Born into Steelers fandom in ‘96, I literally grew up watching Ben. Super Bowl 43 was on my BIRTHDAY. (02/01/96)(John Maddens last broadcast) So many memories and clutch moments. THANK YOU #7. It’s like watching your childhood disappear… ⚫️🟡⚫️🟡⚫️🟡⚫️🟡

[@josejalapeno20]

The only starting Steelers qb I’ve ever known. Proud he was our qb. Best Steelers qb and future HoF ⚫️🟡⚫️🟡

[@XJalh]

Top 7 qb of all time

[@SCOODAMcGOODA]

The man single handedly saved Jerome Bettis's legacy....

[@robert52354]

Even when he was doubted and told he couldn’t do it he never took no for an answer 😤😤😤 An inspiration to us all

[@billrinehart7128]

Long Live Fat Head! Good career, Steelers were waiting for a QB since Bradshaw retired in 83. In his prime, he could rival the best with his ability to break tackles & extend plays. He won 2 Superbowls, even with Brady & Manning in the AFC.

[@YusukeKnight]

One of my favorite quarterbacks ever good luck to you in your retirement

[@marknethercutt3381]

In the years 2027 Big Ben will be in the NFL Hall of Fame

[@TheGatoGod]

Coming back to this, man I have tears in my eyes. Ben's the only QB I've known and seeing that final home game hit hard. Steelers fans will miss ya Ben but know we found our guy in Kenny Pickett! Can't wait to see Ben in that gold jacket !

[@freeynwmelly7415]

Gonna miss him on game day truly one if the best he was so consistently great his whole career not many can say the same about there qb and he never switched up

[@bigben7coverage370]

Including Post Season he has 57 GWD which is 2nd all time

[@hooverredman5167]

People forget about how great of a season Big Ben had last year

[@travismiller5581]

All I can say is Ben thanks for the memories, they were so numerous! I don't know how many times that you willed us to victory over the years, but it was a lot! Your presence at Heinz and as a Steeler in general will forever be missed.

[@Jimmy_Hopkins15]

What a legend Big Ben is a first ballot HOF the guy was clutch in big games

[@tapio111]

One of the all time greats for sure

[@t-gotitanup9386]

An amazing warrior and competitor the dude just never gave up on the team when they were down he definitely gave the city of Pittsburgh an amazing 18 years 2 rings, 165 wins, and never left enjoy retirement Big Ben

[@bigben7coverage370]

One of the best ever!!

[@ethanlane3055]

Mans never took no for an answer. Nah, but in all seriousness, dude was a beast and is going to Canton.

[@jackpeckham4222]

Ben was phenomenal gonna miss him

[@oggsherm662]

That's what I miss big Ben running with the football.

[@adriankendrick4281]

Have a happy retirement Big Ben.

[@zayy2926]

He was amazing I’m happy he was my QB Thank You 7

[@cktracks]

Top 10 QB of All-Time. See you in Canton Benjamin Todd Roethlisberger Sr.

[@alexsebastian1112]

Truly feels like the end of an era as a Steelers fan now that ben has retired.

[@ironman4122]

THANK YEW BEN!🖤💛🏈🤟🤟🤟🤟🤟🤟🤟🏈🖤💛

[@ethanbain7429]

I gonna miss him

[@georgepress1261]

Congratulation on a great career

[@Youdontride94]

What an 18 years it’s been 🤘🏼

[@purpracer]

The greatest player I've ever seen, just because he gave his heart and soul to the game that he loved. He left it all on the field, no matter how far down they were, he never gave up!!

[@josiahrhodes9009]

Yes I was waiting all day for this

[@basically9751]

He's 2nd all time in game winning drives not 4th, also he's 6th all time in TDs if you count passing + rushing

[@REVIVALFitness]

It was a privilege watching him growing up. One of the most unique QBs ever. Crazy talent, always made his receivers better, tough as nails, and clutch in big moments. It's a shame he didn't get at least 1 more ring in the Killer B's era thanks to the atrocious defense. Historic offense with nothing to show for it.

[@thomascamus3136]

Our Childhood heroes are getting a career retrospect by NFL Throwback. We're getting old.

[@nostalgiadad7137]

The usnsung hero of juju's 97 yd td is AB. that block was brutal.

[@sbcj9]

Definitely have to have Ben's first game on here. I know it's the playoffs and you guys have been playing classic playoff games. But with Ben retiring you have to play his first career game.