Summary
Ben Roethlisberger, a former Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback, advised the team not to draft a quarterback early in the upcoming NFL draft. With Aaron Rodgers considering retirement, Roethlisberger suggested waiting until the later rounds to select a quarterback if needed.
Key Facts
- Ben Roethlisberger is a former Super Bowl-winning quarterback for the Pittsburgh Steelers.
- The Pittsburgh Steelers are awaiting Aaron Rodgers' decision on whether to retire or play another season.
- Roethlisberger shared his views on his podcast, "Footbahlin'."
- He recommended against drafting a quarterback in the first or second round.
- Roethlisberger mentioned only considering a quarterback in the third or fourth round.
- The Steelers hold the No. 21 pick in the draft and have shown interest in Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson.
- The current quarterback class is considered weaker compared to previous years.
- The Steelers may need to consider a rebuild if Rodgers retires.