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Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger drops back to pass during the NFL football team's practice Saturday, Aug. 22, 2020, in Pittsburgh. (Peter Diana/Pittsburgh Post-Gazette via AP)

Ben’s back and the Steelers believe the playoffs are, too

By WILL GRAVES - Associated Press

File-Pittsburgh Steelers safety Minkah Fitzpatrick (39) during practice at NFL football training camp in Pittsburgh, Saturday, Aug. 22, 2020. (AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar, File)

The right Fitz: Steelers’ Fitzpatrick looks to build on 2020

By WILL GRAVES - Associated Press

FILE - In this Dec. 8, 2019 file photo, Pittsburgh Steelers' Ben Roethlisberger watches from the sidelines during the second half of an NFL football game against the Arizona Cardinals in Glendale, Ariz. Roethlisberger is confident his surgically repaired right elbow will be fine in 2020. The two-time Super Bowl winning Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback missed most of 2019 after injuring the elbow in Week 2 against Seattle.(AP Photo/Rick Scuteri, File)

Elbow room: Roethlisberger confident in return from surgery

By WILL GRAVES - Associated Press

FILE - In this June 11, 2019, file photo, Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger (7) throws as offensive coordinator Randy Fichtner watches during NFL football practice in Pittsburgh. Fichtner has a message for players who think everything will be easy now that star quarterback Ben Roethlisberger has returned from an elbow injury that limited him to two games in 2019. &quot;Don’t think that maybe I can take a deep breath and say, “Ah, Ben’s back,'&quot; Fichtner said Wednesday. &quot;That’s not the case. That’s not going to be the charge.&quot; (AP Photo/Keith Srakocic, File)

Roethlisberger’s return raises expectations in Pittsburgh

By WILL GRAVES - Associated Press

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger, right, poses with the West Virginia Mountaineer Mascot before West Virginia's NCAA college basketball game against Kansas on Wednesday, Feb. 12, 2020, in Morgantown, W.Va. (AP Photo/Kathleen Batten)

Ben Roethlisberger’s haircut draws criticism from Pennsylvania governor

By Matthew Paras - The Washington Times

FILE - In this Dec. 22, 2019, file photo, Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin talks during a post game news conference after an NFL football game against the New York Jets in East Rutherford, N.J. The NFL Draft is April 23-25, 2020. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig, File)

Help for Ben? Steelers nab WR Chase Claypool in 2nd round

By WILL GRAVES - Associated Press

FILE - In this Nov. 11, 2018, file photo, Indianapolis Colts tight end Eric Ebron (85) carries his son as he leaves the field following an NFL football game against the Jacksonville Jaguars in Indianapolis. Ebron is embracing a fresh start in Pittsburgh after an ugly divorce with the Indianappolis Colts. The Steelers signed Ebron to a two-year contract last week. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings, File)

‘Prime’ time? TE Ebron eager to start over with Steelers

By WILL GRAVES - Associated Press

Pittsburgh Steelers defensive tackle Isaiah Buggs leaves the field after an NFL football game against the Baltimore Ravens, Sunday, Dec. 29, 2019, in Baltimore. The Ravens won 28-10. (AP Photo/Gail Burton)

Half full or half empty? Steelers’ 2019 a wild mixed bag

By WILL GRAVES - Associated Press

Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin watches from the sidelines during the first half of an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Chargers, Sunday, Oct. 13, 2019, in Carson, Calif. (AP Photo/Kyusung Gong)

‘Fragile’ Steelers still optimistic 2019 is salvageable

By WILL GRAVES - Associated Press

Pittsburgh Steelers running back James Conner (30) celebrates his touchdown with quarterback Mason Rudolph during the first half of an NFL football game in Pittsburgh, Monday, Sept. 30, 2019. (AP Photo/Tom Puskar)

Steelers break out of funk, stomp Bengals 27-3

By WILL GRAVES - Associated Press

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Mason Rudolph (2) passes as he is pressured by San Francisco 49ers defensive end Arik Armstead during the second half of an NFL football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Sept. 22, 2019. (AP Photo/Ben Margot)

5 takeaways not enough for Steelers in Rudolph’s 1st start

By JOSH DUBOW - Associated Press

Indianapolis Colts kicker Adam Vinatieri (4) warms up for an NFL football game against the Atlanta Falcons, Sunday, Sept. 22, 2019, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/AJ Mast)

The Latest: New starting QBs showing potential

By The Associated Press - Associated Press

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Mason Rudolph (2), left, walks with offensive coordinator Randy Fichtner between drills during an NFL football practice, Wednesday, Sept. 18, 2019, in Pittsburgh. (AP Photo/Don Wright)

Mason’s Moxie; Steelers QB Rudolph embracing challenge

By WILL GRAVES - Associated Press

Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott (4) passes downfield during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 15, 2019, in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)

FANTASY PLAYS: Players to start and sit for NFL Week 3

By BRANDON C. WILLIAMS - Associated Press

FILE - In this Oct. 7, 2018, file photo, Miami Dolphins' Minkah Fitzpatrick (29) tackles Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Tyler Boyd (83) after a catch during the first half of an NFL football game in Cincinnati. A person familiar with the negotiations says Fitzpatrick has been traded to the Pittsburgh Steelers for a first-round draft pick in 2020. The person confirmed the trade to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity Monday, Sept. 16, 2019, night because the teams had not confirmed it. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy, File)

Steelers begins post-Ben life by trading for DB Fitzpatrick

By WILL GRAVES - Associated Press

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Mason Rudolph (2) scrambles past Seattle Seahawks middle linebacker Bobby Wagner (54) for a first down in the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 15, 2019, in Pittsburgh. The Seahawks defeated the Steelers 28-26. (AP Photo/Don Wright)

Post-Roethlisberger life begins for Steelers, Rudolph

By WILL GRAVES - Associated Press

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger stands on the sideline as the team plays against the Seattle Seahawks in the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 15, 2019, in Pittsburgh. Roethlisberger did not play in the second half. (AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar)

Call to arms: Saints, Steelers reel with Brees, Big Ben out

By BARRY WILNER - Associated Press

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger speaks with New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees after the second half of an NFL preseason football game, Friday, Aug. 26, 2016, in New Orleans. The Pittsburgh Steelers won 27-14. (AP Photo/Butch Dill) **FILE**

Drew Brees, Ben Roethlisberger injuries leave Saints, Steelers reeling

By Barry Wilner - Associated Press

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger (7) walks off the field as time runs out in a loss to the Seattle Seahawks in an NFL football game in Pittsburgh, Sunday, Sept. 15, 2019. Roethlisberger did not play the second half of the game. (AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar)

Steelers’ Roethlisberger done for season with elbow injury

By WILL GRAVES - Associated Press

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger (7) walks off the field as time runs out in a 28-26 loss to the Seattle Seahawks in an NFL football game in Pittsburgh, Sunday, Sept. 15, 2019. Roethlisberger did not play the second half of the game. (AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar) **FILE**

Ben Roethlisberger done for season with right elbow injury

By Will Graves - Associated Press