Roethlisberger was 36-of-55 passing for 456 yards, with a touchdown and two interceptions in the loss. Scott Olmos-USA TODAY Sports
Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger has been placed in the NFL’s concussion protocol after taking a hit in Sunday’s 39-30 loss to the Seattle Seahawks.
Roethlisberger was diagnosed with a concussion after leaving the field late in the fourth quarter. He self-reported concussion symptoms to the team. A source told ESPN his symptoms subsided quickly and Roethlisberger feels better.
Roethlisberger had a chance to be the hero with the Steelers (6-5) driving in the final minutes and trailing by five points. He led Pittsburgh to the Seattle 4-yard line with three minutes remaining, but coach Mike Tomlin opted to kick a field goal rather than go for the go-ahead touchdown.
Roethlisberger took a high-low hit from Seahawks pass-rushers Michael Bennett and Bruce Irvin, which resulted in a roughing the passer call on the fourth-quarter drive. Roethlisberger was on the ground for a few seconds after the play but didn’t show noticeable symptoms while standing. He proceeded to play the next nine plays, which led the Steelers for a field goal.
Backup quarterback Landry Jones took over the offense on the final drive, while Roethlisberger headed to the locker room.
Roethlisberger was 36-of-55 passing for 456 yards, with a touchdown and two interceptions in the loss.
