Ben Roethlisberger has had a long and tremendous run with the Pittsburgh Steelers. He's been thinking about retirement throughout the season and seems to have made a decision already. It was nice to see Pittsburgh react to Roethlisberger, as the fan base appreciates nearly everything he's accomplished.

From Ben Roethlisberger himself, the star quarterback officially announces his retirement with a heartfelt video to Steelers fans. Pittsburgh has officially entered a new era, as one of the best quarterbacks in franchise history hangs it up.

It's a touching video, as it starts off with the night he was drafted, all the way to the final moment with the Steelers. It's like a video essay, showcasing highlights and Roethlisberger's thanks to his friends and family. Pittsburgh may have to grab a box of tissues after watching this heartfelt video.

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With Roethlisberger stepping away from the game, the Steelers will now search for his replacement. Mason Rudolph and Dwayne Haskins are potentially in line to become the new starter. There is the possibility the franchise opts to draft a new quarterback or even trade for a potential superstar. Even so, the front office has the entire offseason to make a decision on the quarterback room.

For now, Steelers fans can just sit back and appreciate Ben Roethlisberger's achievements with the team. With two Super Bowl rings, Roethlisberger will likely go down as the best quarterback in franchise history. Pittsburgh fans will surely remember him for years to come. Hopefully, the now-retired NFL quarterback can just sit back, relax, and enjoy time with his family.