Former Steelers TE blames Ben Roethlisberger's knees for 2020 collapse
Eric Ebron, a former tight end for the Pittsburgh Steelers, has attributed the team's disappointing 2020 season to Ben Roethlisberger's knee issues. He stated that Roethlisberger's inability to line up under center made the offense predictable and one-dimensional. This change in play style contributed to the Steelers losing four of their last five games after starting the season with 11 consecutive wins.
- ▪Eric Ebron claims that Ben Roethlisberger's knee problems significantly impacted the Steelers' performance in 2020.
- ▪Roethlisberger's inability to line up under center left the offense predictable, forcing them to rely on shotgun formations.
- ▪The Steelers started the season strong with 11 wins but ended with a disappointing record of four losses in their last five games.
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