With QB Ben Roethlisberger sidelined by a concussion for at least one game (and backup Charlie Batch out for at least several weeks with a broken wrist), third-string QB Dennis Dixon (Oregon) will make his first NFL start Sunday night against the Baltimore Ravens. This late development leaves Pittsburgh at a major disadvantage at the quarterback position, as the Ravens feature rising star Joe Flacco, one of the most impressive young QB’s in the game.
Meanwhile, it’s scary to think that Big Ben is still symptomatic after his latest concussion. It’s even scarier to contemplate the possibility that his career might end prematurely due to concussions. But at least the Steelers seem [...]
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