Ben Roethlisberger #7 of the Pittsburgh Steelers . (Photo by Joe Sargent/Getty Images)
No one knew for sure what a Steelers extension for Roethlisberger would look like, and this author was personally wrong about what ultimately happened.
The speculation regarding Steelers Ben Roethlisberger has run a rough shot since the end of the season. Given his massive cap hit due to recent bonuses, some were ready to see Roethlisberger retire or get cut in order to save some cap. Others wanted him back no matter the cost. Others yet expected him to take a massive pay cut in order to stay with the team.