Ben Roethlisberger criticizes Steelers' offensive line after loss to Patriots
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 23, 2026, 2:03 PM
Last updated Sep 23, 2026
Pittsburgh Steelers legend Ben Roethlisberger highlighted the offensive line as the team's primary issue following their loss to the New England Patriots. Through two games, the Steelers' offensive line has struggled significantly, impacting the performance of key players. Head coach Mike McCarthy acknowledged the line's problems and mentioned the possibility of making changes after the team's poor showing. Roethlisberger emphasized the line's failure to open holes and protect the quarterback, questioning the foundation of the team's offense.
- •Ben Roethlisberger called out the Steelers' offensive line as the root of problems.
- •Steelers lost to the New England Patriots after struggling on the line.
- •Coach Mike McCarthy may consider changes to the offensive line.
- •The offensive line has been inconsistent through the first two games.
- •Key players like Zach Frazier and Troy Fautanu underperformed.
- 2:03 PMYahoo Sports — Steelers legend Ben Roethlisberger calls out the offensive line as the root of the problems
"The Steelers offensive line is the weak link right now and former Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger made it clear they can't do anything without it.
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