Ben with Philedelphia Flyer center R.J. Umberger2819 viewsIt was a few days before Super Bowl XL and members of the Philadelphia Flyers were asked to predict who they thought was going to win the game. Over a dozen players selected the Steelers, but none of them with the passion and enthusiasm for the black and gold than center R.J. Umberger.
"Steelers, 24-21," predicted Umberger. "I believe they are a better team and Big Ben is a better quarterback. He is going to lead them."
Umberger particularly wanted to meet quarterback Ben Roethlisberger. He presented him with a #7 Flyers jersey with Roethlisberger on the back. He also had him sign a Steelers jersey and a few other items.
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And despite the fact that he is a professional athlete himself, it was a thrill for Umberger to see his favorite player up close and personal.
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Training Camp - August, 2012588 views"Hide me!!! Coach is looking for me!!!"
Photo: Jennifer McGee
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Pre-Season Game - August 19, 2013: Steelers vs Redskins1024 viewsPre-game warm-ups.
Photo: Rob Carr
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September 10, 2017 - Steelers vs Browns678 viewsIn action in the first half.
Photo: Justin K. Aller/Getty Images
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January 18, 2016 - Steelers vs Broncos - AFC Divisional Round1087 viewsBen is hit by Derek Wolfe of the Denver Broncos.
Photo: Justin Edmonds/Getty Images
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January 15, 2017 - AFC Divisional Round Game - Steelers vs Chiefs861 viewsYesssss!!!
“We called a play to get some crossing stuff, and they did a good job getting me out of the pocket, so was just kinda trying to keep the play alive. I knew AB was coming across the field, and I think it was Houston that dropped underneath him and AB went behind him. Really, it was about letting him clear and just putting the ball on him and just let him make the play. I’m sure that play won’t make SportsCenter or make all of the highlights, but talk to the guys in that locker room and that was probably one of the biggest plays of the game.†— Ben, on the play to end the game.
Final score: Steelers 18, Chiefs 16
Photo: Peter Aiken/Getty Images
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Ben on the practice fields of the Findlay Trojans in 19998423 views “He was that good. When Ben was a senior, we thought we were now ready to throw the ball a million times. The school record for career touchdown passes was 27, which my son had. Ben threw 54 in one season. The yards (record) for a season was 1,772. Ben threw for 4,100. The most touchdown passes in a game was three. He threw eight in one game." -- Cliff Hite, former Findlay High School football coach.
More from Coach Hite here:
http://www.maxpreps.com/news/H5wfK10qK0-vplYsrl6t6Q/ohio--former-coach-looks-back-at-big-ben.htm
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48th Annual Grammy Awards2122 viewsFebruary 8, 2006
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Sprint "Power to Play" mini-camp1676 viewsMarch 17, 2007 -
Bethany waits her turn (at the back of the line) to run out and catch a pass from Ben).
Thank you to Becca Reeves for the photos!
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August 16, 2014 - Pre-Season Game against Buffalo Bills433 viewsPhoto: Dr. Ronald Cypher
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Okay, so I’ve got this whole 'standing thing' figured out already!8416 views"Maybe if I could get my hands on dad’s football, I could try out my throwing arm too! Scrambling out of this baby bouncer might take a few more weeks to learn though (when my mom’s not looking, of course!)."
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June 16, 2014 - Lou Holtz HOF Dinner, Wintersville, Ohio912 views"Wonderful evening with Ben Roethlisberger and Coach Holtz celebrating the values, work ethic, and hope of the Ohio Valley at the Lou Holtz Hall of Fame event." -- Amber Lattner
"Thank You for your speech last night at the Lou Holtz Upper Ohio Valley Football Hall Of Fame. I was taken with how much emphasis and credit you give being from a small town and not forgetting your roots. Being from Martins Ferry, Ohio and being in a rich in tradition small town also really moved me, thanks for your professionalism and caring thoughts. you truely are a class act Ben!!!" -- Mike Mayle
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