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    Ben is playing the game he loves

    Dec 08, 2020 5 minutes
    BY TERESA VARLEY

    Assistant Editor

    Ben Roethlisberger is in his 17th season with the Steelers, which means he has played more seasons and more games than anyone in franchise history. Mike Webster held the previous record of 220 games.

    “I attribute it to Jesus and just really being blessed,” said Roethlisberger of his longevity. “I am so thankful to be in the black and gold 17 years later. Almost half my life, I've been here giving Steelers fans everything I have. I wouldn't want to be anywhere else. I wouldn't want to do it for any other team or any other fans.”

    He has won two Super Bowls, holds the franchise record for most career passing yards, yards in a season and in a game, just to name a few of the team records that bear his name. Yet, if

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