Written By Allen Sharp
October12th, 2023
Former quarterback of the Pittsburgh Steelers, Ben Roethlisberger has been a topic of discussion among fans and experts alike. The question on everyone’s mind is whether he would make a good offensive coordinator for the Steelers. While there is no clear answer to this question, there are some compelling reasons why Roethlisberger could be a good fit for the job. Firstly, Roethlisberger has a wealth of experience playing in the NFL. He played for the Steelers for 18 seasons and won two Super Bowls with the team. During his time with the Steelers, he worked with several offensive coordinators and learned from some of the best in the business, in Bruce Arians and even Todd Haley. This experience and his play calling instincts would be invaluable if he were to take on the role of offensive coordinator.
Secondly, Roethlisberger has a deep understanding of the Steelers’ playbook and offensive system. He has been with the team for so long that he knows the ins and outs of their offense and the orgininzation better than anyone else. This knowledge and experience with those above would allow him to make for great communication, informed decisions about play-calling, and game strategy.
Thirdly, Ben Roethlisberger’s podcast “Footbahlin with Ben Roethlisberger” is another example of his passion for football and his knowledge of the game. The podcast features uneducated craft beer reviews, over-educated football insight, and special guests. In one of the episodes, Ben and Spence talk about what it takes to be an offensive coordinator in the NFL. In this podcast, Ben shows that he has a deep understanding of the role of an offensive coordinator and the skills required to be successful in that position. He also has a unique perspective on the game, which he shares with his listeners. This type of innovative thinking would be valuable in developing new plays and strategies for the Steelers’ offense. Furthermore, his ability to communicate effectively with his guests and co-hosts on the podcast, is a skill that he learned as a quarterback so he would translate well to working with players and coaches on the field.
Finally, Roethlisberger has received support from other NFL players and coaches. Aaron Rodgers, the injured (future Hall of Fame) quarterback for the New York Jets, recently said that he believes Roethlisberger would make a good offensive coordinator. Rodgers mentions that Ben is like himself, in that he was one of the few remaining quarterbacks that was capable of effectly calling his own plays at the line of scrimmage. This endorsement from one of the best quarterbacks the league has ever seen is a strong vote of confidence in Roethlisberger’s abilities.
In conclusion, while there is no guarantee that Ben Roethlisberg would make a good offensive coordinator for the Pittsburgh Steelers, there are several reasons why he could be a good fit for the job. His experience playing in the NFL, his deep understanding of the Steelers’ playbook and offensive system, his high football IQ, and his support from other NFL players and coaches all make him an intriguing candidate for the position.
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