A career in the NFL has produced many bonds and relationships. While the obvious duos to come to mind are TB12 and the Gronk, one of the underrated duos of the last 2 decades was formed in Pittsburgh. Ben Roethlisberger and Antonio Brown shared a fruitful 8 years with each other at the Pittsburgh Steelers. Their partnership couldn’t deliver a Super Bowl to the Pennsylvania outfit, but it’d deliver quite the performances with the two on the pitch.
The two would grab 74 TDs between them during their time at the Steelers while progressing over 10k yards in just 8 years. Their relationship didn’t subside after Brown’s departure, as AB still holds Big Ben close to his heart.
Antonio Brown gets emotional over Pittsburgh days
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Antonio Brown is a man of many sides to his name, as the fans have witnessed over the years. Some have seen his footballing excellence on the pitch, while others remember his post-retirement antics. Few may have the luxury to recall Brown’s emotional side, but the latest tweet will allow many fans to see the WR speak from his emotions. While experiencing a tumultuous phase at the moment, Brown has given a shout-out to his former QB in his perennial social updates.
AB tweeted a lengthy appreciation for his former teammate alongside his coach Mike Tomlin and ESPN’s Ryan Clark. The former Bucs WR tweeted his heart out for the three with the words, “With @_BigBen7 it’s all Love. With @Realrclark25 it’s all Love. You KNOW I love my sensei Coach Tomlin.” The tweet would appear to be offering an olive branch as Brown looks to wash the past clean. He further adds, “Anything that any of us have said or done in the past is the PAST” to cement his stance.
With @_BigBen7 it’s all Love
With @Realrclark25 it’s all Love
You KNOW I love my sensei Coach Tomlin.
Anything that any of us have said or done in the past is the PAST #PittothePALACE
Water is under the bridge I won’t be the one saying anything against anybody that is…
— AB (@AB84) August 28, 2023
The heartfelt tweet would remind many fans of the days when the trio were together at the Steelers. Although Brown would move on for better or worse, Tomlin and Big Ben spent the 2022 campaign at the Steelers as their last campaign together. Their time together provided many Steelers fans with a lot to cheer for.
Big Ben – Pittsburgh all the way
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Ben Roethlisberger, born in Lima Ohio, found his second home in Pennsylvania after being drafted back in 2004. Despite enduring the added pressure of being the first-round pick, the QB would quickly find his place in the Steelers roster. He’d make 16 starts in their SB-winning campaign back in 2005, putting up impressive numbers along the way. He’d prove his worth and standing in the NFL QB community by delivering a second SB in 2008, where he’d make 19 starts for the Steelers.
By the end of his career in the NFL, Big Ben cemented his standing as one of the top QBs in the division. He’d record over 450 TDs over the length of his career, and gain close to 70,000 yards. To top it all off, Ben Roethlisberger would be awarded with 6x Pro Bowls throughout his career.
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With the old guard of the Steelers fading away, Brown’s words will be a comforting reminder for the fans of the days gone by. Big Ben as well as Mike Tomlin and Ryan Clark will appreciate the sentiment displayed by their former Steelers friend.
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