The Facts: In contrast to last offseason, the Steelers have no gnawing anxiety at quarterback. Roethlisberger not only made it clear that he will return for 2018, but also reportedly told teammates that he wants to play out his contract, which runs through the 2019 season. Steelers President Art Rooney II went a step further, stating that Roethlisberger has expressed a desire to play beyond that contract.

Diehards Line: The Steelers will sit down with the quarterback's representatives to discuss a new deal "when it's the right time," according to Rooney. ... Assuming Roethlisberger, who is still playing at a high level, is indeed looking to play that long, it would give the Steelers more leeway in finding a QB of the future.