PITTSBURGH – Ben Roethlisberger's unexpected week off won't stop him from starting against the Cincinnati Bengals.The Pittsburgh Steelers activated their longtime quarterback and three other teammates off the COVID-19 list on Saturday, clearing the way for Roethlisberger to be in uniform when the Steelers (8-0) host Cincinnati (2-5-1).Roethlisberger, linebacker Vince Williams, running back Jaylen Samuels and reserve offensive lineman Jerald Hawkins were forced to self-quarantine this week after teammate Vance McDonald tested positive for the coronavirus.
All four players have repeatedly tested negative, clearing the way for them to play.The 38-year-old Roethlisberger joked that while his body enjoyed the downtime, serving as a pre-K teacher.