Mike Tomlin: Ben Roethlisberger has “hip problems”

Tom Brady’s astonishing longevity has made many forget that 39-year-old quarterbacks go through 39-year-old things. This is precisely what happens to Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger.

Via Ed Bouchette of TheAthletic.com, coach Mike Tomlin told reporters on Tuesday that Roethlisberger is “has hip problems. “

It is not known if this means issues with each hip or multiple issues with one hip. Either way, given his age, the wear and tear he has suffered in the past, and the beatings he takes now, that’s a problem. And it probably won’t improve.

Roethlisberger suffered a left pectoral injury in a week two loss to the Raiders.

The Steelers have now lost three straight after starting 1-0. They host the Broncos on Sunday in what looks to be as close to a game to win as it can get in October.