PITTSBURGH - Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger is confident that he and his team can reach a new deal, which expires at the end of next season.
The 11-year veteran enters the final year of an eight-year, $102 million contract signed in 2008, and was tied for the most passing yards this season (4,952) as he helped lead Pittsburgh to an AFC North title.
"I felt great all year, and we'll continue to do that," Roethlisberger told 93.7 FM (Pittsburgh) about his contract situation. "Hopefully, it's sooner rather than later.
"When the time comes, I'm sure [my agents will] come in town here before too long, whenever they start getting ready to talk to the Rooney family and we'll sit down and we'll discuss all the different options and possibilities and so when that time comes, I don't think we'll leave any stone unturned."
He established franchise records for passing yards and completions (408), and his 32 touchdowns tied his own team record.
"Ultimately, it's up to the representation and the Rooney family to do something hopefully this offseason and hopefully sooner than later because I love being here with this family."
Steelers president Art Rooney II has said he wants Roethlisberger to retire with the team.
Pittsburgh ended their season last Sunday in a 30-17 defeat to the Baltimore Ravens in an AFC Wild Card game. Roethlisberger threw a touchdown and two interceptions as the Steelers were outscored 20-8 in the second half.
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