Ben Roethlisberger Out for Season Following Elbow Surgery

Sep 15, 2019; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger (7) throws a pass against the Seattle Seahawks during the second quarter at Heinz Field. Mandatory Credit: Philip G. Pavely-USA TODAY Sports

The Pittsburgh Steelers announced that quarterback Ben Roethlisberger would miss the remainder of the 2019 NFL season following elbow surgery.

The 37-year-old quarterback signed a two-year extension worth $68 million with the Steelers this past April.

Roethlisberger released a statement saying he intends to return to the Steelers next season.