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Pittsburgh Steelers coach Mike Tomlin clarified the status of quarterback Ben Roethlisberger’s shoulder: sprained but not separated.

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The Steelers are cruising so far in the suddenly week AFC (where are you Patriots, Browns & Chargers?), so I see no reason for the Steelers to risk further injury to Ben Roethlisberger by playing him in Week 3 of the young NFL season.  Give the guy a break and let him rest up – the team is solid all-around, and while he will be missed at QB, other players should be able to step up & deliver a win.

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