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If Aaron Rodgers is next on the line for a mega contract for NFL quarterbacks, Ben Roethlisberger stands in the play circle.
A quarter Steelers said Thursday that he was overseeing negotiations between the Green Bay Packers and Rodgers.
"Of course, how not?" Said Roethlisberger in an interview at the Tribune-Review. "It's all they talk about (on TV), the quarterbacks that have been paid in. Everyone is a little anxious to see what Aaron is going to get.He deserves every penny."
Rodgers gets Ranked 10th in compensation for the quarter, averaging $ 22 million per season, it occupies two places above Roethlisberger, which averages $ 21.85 million.
The bar has been fixed more early this summer when the Atlanta Falcons gave Matt Ryan a $ 30 million contract a season.
Like Rodgers, Roethlisberger will be a free agent after the 2019 season. Unlike the Packers, the Steelers no. 39, have not actively negotiated an extension for their franchise quarterback.
And it's okay with Roethlisberger.
"S there was some talk, it must be small because it was not Did not talk about it, "said Roethlisberger." I do not worry about the contract. I have this year and next year, and I'm just going to focus on what I need to focus on. "
When Roethlisberger signed his last contract in March 2015, he had one year left on his business and agreed to adopt the same approach at the age of 36 in what will be probably his final contract negotiations with the Steelers.
"Whatever they want to do, that's fine," he said. "They do not want to do it before the end of my last year, so be it. "
Roethlisberger said that he would not try to break the bank with his next contract. He said that he is ready to take less money if he helps the Steelers to keep the core of the list intact.
"I did it in the past," he said "But it's out of my hands. This is for my representatives and the Rooneys. They will speak when the time comes. I do not worry because I do not think something is happening. "
The offensive game triumvirate of Roethlisberger-Antonio Brown-The 'Veon Bell will likely be less one after the 2018 season. Bell, who could not agree on an extension of contract 10 days ago, should test the free agency after the season.
"This seems to be the way it points," said Roethlisberger. "It's unfortunate because I've loved to play with him. "
Roethlisberger sees no urgency for the Steelers to win a seventh Super Bowl title this year, as it will likely be Bell's last race with the team. [19659003] "No one can do you or break you," he said. "Someone can help you. When you have a core of guys together, I think that's the most important thing, and we have a good group. Having the "Veon" will help you, so you want to take advantage of these opportunities when you have them. "
Roethlisberger also does not think that there is a lack of opportunities to bring the Steelers back to the Super Bowl." They have been eliminated in the playoffs in the last four seasons and they are eight years since their last Super Bowl appearance and 10 years since their last championship.
"I'm 36 years old, but I think I play better than I've ever played," said Roethlisberger. "I n & # 39; I do not feel like I have reached a plateau. I always feel like my arrow is pointing upward. "
Roethlisberger has not set a definitive end date for his career and has stated that his future will depend on his health.For this purpose he has worked with a personal trainer in the offseason while cutting carbohydrates and sugars from his diet
"I feel better than I have felt for a long time," he said. "I'm definitely lighter than I'm getting it." 39, have been in the last 7-8 years. I feel good, my joints are good for me. "
Roethlisberger smiled and politely deferred when asked about his weight.
" I do not know how many years I have left, but I'm going to dedicate these two In the last few years, everything I can do, all that is possible to give this team the best "me" that I can give it. I think it's just smart. "
Roethlisberger's slim physique was not lost on coach Mike Tomlin.
" We always say that fitness precedes anything else, "said Tomlin. guy shows himself in great shape, it's often the springboard of a great game. "
Joe Rutter is a Tribune-Review writer.You can contact Joe at [email protected] or via Twitter @tribjoerutter
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