The Facts: Roethlisberger did not finish practice Thursday afternoon after suffering what appeared to be a right ankle injury. Roethlisberger was hit low during team drills and limped off toward the back of the field where he consulted with trainer John Norwig.
Diehards Line:
Roethlisberger remained on the field for the duration of the practice and had a noticeable limp when he walked. HC Mike Tomlin downplayed the injury when he met with reporters after practice. When asked how Roethlisberger was, Tomlin replied: “He’s great." When a follow-up question came about the low hit, Tomlin replied “Nothing. ...” While the injury is likely minor, we'll continue to watch for more.