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Roethlisberger Says Shoulder Is More Bothersome Than Elbow This Year

At this point in the season, no one’s body feels good. If it does, that just means you haven’t played a lick. For a 39-year old quarterback who at times has taken a beating this season, it’s no shock to know Ben Roethlisberger isn’t 100%. Talking with the media Tuesday, he discussed the specific ailments he’s dealing with, pointing out his shoulder hurts a lot more than his surgically repaired elbow.

“It’s just a different spot in my arm,” he told reporters via Steelers.com. “It’s my shoulder that hurts more than my elbow. My elbow feels great thanks to the doctors.