Big Ben was so fun to watch in his prime. A mobile QB that was bigger than the guys tackling him.

Im a die hard ravens fan but it was still hard to see Ben go, such a MONSTROUS quarterback and he meant so much to the City of Pittsburgh. I may want them to lose when they play the ravens but i have so much respect for Big #7. What a career.

Damn, I’ve always been against him as a fan but after seeing this how could you not miss him. It’s hitting me now that there won’t be anymore Big Ben after all these years

Packers fan here, I was in tears. Gonna miss the big guy, great player, a professional, a legend. Godspeed!

Cowboys fan here….but damn this brought tears to my eyes. So much respect for this man. He’s such a legend and has been a true warrior throughout his career. Hats off to Big Ben for all his accomplishments and what he has done for the city of Pittsburgh! Respect!

My first memory of football was at a family Christmas, hearing members of the family talking about "this new guy" who was more mobile, starting at QB for the Steelers. That was Ben Roethlisberger in his first season. I didn't follow football enough to understand what I was watching, but I watched those games and that playoff run. The following season I got more into it. Knowing the names of just about every Steelers starter from watching and playing Madden. Fittingly enough, both John Madden and Ben Roethlisberger were the reason I fell in love with football. Watching the Steelers win the Super Bowl in 2005 (admittedly in spite of Roethlisberger) had me hooked, but the throw to Santonio Holmes in SB43 will be the play I'll remember Big Ben for forever. Jumping up and down, wearing my Holmes jersey in the living room, it was a feeling I relive multiple times a year when I watch the play. I've only missed watching a handful of games since then. The Steeler game on Sundays, Mondays, or Thursdays has been a family event for the past 15 years for me. Sometimes dad would get frustrated with them and declare a loss by the end of the first quarter after sub-par play. But I've always had faith when 7 was in the game.. 50+ times he's made fourth quarter comebacks, and I've always said, no matter who was injured, no matter how good an opponent was supposed be: "If Ben is playing, we've got a chance" 7 taking snaps is all I've ever known. Sure he's missed games, or even the vast majority of the 2019 season and other QBs have been under center, but knowing this time there is no "next year" for Big Ben is bittersweet. It's been an absolute pleasure to watch him lead the Steelers for so many years, and I'm just glad he got to go out with a final home victory. He deserved it after giving so much to the fans and the league for almost 2 decades. I'll miss watching him play. Shaking off sacks and making crazy plays to extend drives, never willing to give up. Regardless of how next week plays out, a .500 finish or better in every season of his career is incredible. A winner through and through. 2 rings brought to the city of Pittsburgh and countless Sundays made better by his play. I'm excited for the future of the Steelers, but sad to see the end of an incredible era. Future HOFer and Pittsburgh legend without a doubt.

A living legend. Much respect for Ben

As a Ravens fan-I couldn’t even think of anything ignorant to say. The rivalry won’t be the same without him- 🤝 Big Ben + Steelers fans. We will see y’all next week for one last ride.

You don't have to be a Steelers fan to get so much chills from this. Much respect to Ben and his future endeavors. I still remember the day he took over for Tommy Maddox and the start to an amazing career. Definitely will be in the hall of fame one day.

as a rams fan i come back here from time to time. he stood loyal with his team and through rebuild years, most def going to the HOF.

Unbelievable career for that man. Very emotional moment right here

“It is not always pretty, but we always find a way”. That’s something I will always remember about Ben, how he can turn a game around so fast and eventually end up winning it. He’s a an amazing QB, no doubt about it and he will be missed on the fields, but man he was one hell of a player!

As A Raven Fan Big Ben I Salute You 💪🏻💜🖤💜

As a bengals fan. He was a amazing quarter back who has done so so much for the Steelers

I was tearing up and I’m a Bucs fan! 😢 what a great guy, who had a great career!

Salute Big Ben 💪🏽 True Hometown Hero He Never Left He’s Well Respected & It was a honor to watch him play

bruh this makes me so emotional and we got another game left. but i’m so happy my team got the win cause we deserved it

Chiefs fan here; my admiration to you, Ben!! 😍 You'll be dearly missed!

As an Eagles fan I always admired Big Ben. Back in the day we almost met in the Superbowl couple times and wish would have gotten to see it. Ride off into the sunset big man!

Ben's had his ups and downs, but this was a special moment. Ben has never been a super warm and cuddly guy, so to see those genuine tears in his eyes shows that playing for the Pittsburgh fans meant as much to him as he meant to them. Classy by Peyton and Eli to be silent for a couple minutes and just let the moment breath with the sound of the crowd and the video of Ben walking towards them with a SWARM of camera people lol. First ballot HOFer, and well deserved!

Big Ben will never be forgotten by the Steelers. What a legend

I was there for this game with my oldest daughter…truly unforgettable! We were there till 2AM eastern time…

It doesn’t matter who u are or what team u like. If u didn’t feel anything after this you suck. I’m a big Steelers fan bro it’s gonna feel so diff next year. Thanks for everything Ben. You will be missed 😭🥺

Born and raised in Pittsburgh and I still remember the day he got drafted. We’re the same age. I’ve watched him half my life and he’s played for us half of his. Thank you Ben. We love you 🖤💛

Been watching this guy play for my favorite team since I was 19 years old.... I definitely shed a tear watching the end of this game.

As a Ravens fan… this moment will live in my mind forever! Much Respect buddy! You’ve earned it!

What a great career and the memories he gave to Pittsburgh much respect 💯

This is the way a legend should retire. In front of his fans, in his own stadium, cheered by all. Farewell Big Ben. 🏈💍

I’ve been an eagles fan for my whole entire life, but still this hits hard,what a legend. We’ll miss you Ben. ❤️ 😢

Loved watching you play for the Steelers Ben, and it hurts to see you go because you’re the quarterback I’ve always known from being a Steelers fan. You’re a true legend and will never be forgotten. #SteelerNation 💛🖤💛🖤💛🖤

I’m no Steelers fan but this hits different knowing a Legend is leaving

Being a diehard Steeler fan since 1970, born & raised in the Burgh & this night really got to me.Thanks Ben for a great 18 years. It's been quite a ride.

As a die hard Ravens fan this made me cry. End of an era. A true icon and will forever be a staple for what I think about when football comes to my mind

Even as a Rams fan, I felt the tingling in my throat. I will not cry, I will not cry....

I love Big Ben! Thanks for an awesome career! You provided so much football joy for years (2004-early 2022) :) xoxoxo

Peyton looks like he's having 'nam flashbacks to when he retired lol. Congrats on a great career Big Ben, t'was a pleasure to watch you play.

I'm a Texans fan, and I remember watching Super Bowl 43 when Big Ben threw that 6 yard TD pass to Santonio Holmes to win the game.

Much love & respect from a Lions fan! God be with you. Keep the faith!

Ben is exactly what I picture when I think of Steelers legacy. Hard working never say die….he was who you wanted as a qb in that town. That’s a blue collar town and they needed a blue collar QB. I’m a patriots fan but his legacy is unquestionable. One of the greats and fits in with the previous Steeler greats. HOFer no doubt

A Year later still brought to tears we love you Ben and thank you for all 18 man First Ballot without a doubt

Much respect, living legend from a Ravens fan

I am a 49ers fan but I loved watching Ben play. He was a great quarterback. He will be missed.

As a bengals fan I can respect what this man has done✌️

Rams fan, we never could figure him out, never could beat him on game day, been hell of an experience trying to get a win against one of historys GOATS, gonna miss the threat he was to the NFL

Damn i had to shed a tear. Not a Steelers fans but I always enjoyed Steelers football. We gone miss you Ben.. Job well done.

Thank you Big Ben have a good rest of your life we love you I’ve Ben a Tampa fan since 2001 but when a great player retires all that goes away and you have to appreciate that man 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

💛🖤😭😭😭😭🏈🌍Luv U My Favorite QB OF ALL SPORTS!! U ROCK BEN ROETHLISBERGER!!4EVER GRATEFUL WATCHING UNBELIEVABLE TALENT AND A TRULY BLESSED MAN FROM GOD..CONGRATULATIONS ON RETIREMENT BEN I WILL MISS WATCHING U ON SUNDAYS!!! STEELERNATION 4 EVER.❤🥰

It’s crazy to think I’ve gone nearly my whole life watching quarterbacks like Big Ben, Phillip Rivers, Drew Brees, Eli and Peyton Manning. Truly one of the greats

I'm going to miss you big guy

The rivalry won’t be the same without you Ben. Big respect…💜😈🖤

I remember I started watching football back in 2008 when I was 7 years old I was a huge Lions fan still am however we all know what happened that season the curse of Bobby Layne was about to expire and instead of the Lions being good they do the exact opposite and went 0-16 it speaks for itself however I remember also watching the Steelers whenever my Uncle came into town to visit and I remember watching Ben Roethlisberger like it’s a movie so many twist and turns and never knowing what Ben might do next the perfect gunslinger mentality he was one of my huge idols growing up and shaped part of how I live my life always trying to make something out of nothing and turn it into a huge play and something positive the past 14 years I have had the pleasure of watching one of the greatest qbs do his thing on the grandest stage in all sports the gridiron Thank you Ben even though your playing days are done I’ll never stop watching your highlights and always smiling

I'm a Dallas cowboys fan but I totally respect Big Ben for Life for what he's done and accomplished with the Steelers respect for him and he's earned his retirement everyone in the NFL and fan's will miss you Ben

Big ben is peak performance for someone made of iron city beer and primanti sandwiches.

Damn, thank you Big Ben! Not a Steelers fan but damn it hurts seeing an OG go. 😔

We all love you Ben your the amazing football quarterback for Pittsburgh and we all love you so much and gave you support

I remember going to the 2005 afc championship game in Denver. It was one of the first games I attended in person and obviously a big one. I remember the bus and Big Ben running all over the Broncos defense. Ever since that game I became a fan of the Steelers. Whenever the Broncos weren’t involved, I’d root for them. Enjoy retirement big guy, you deserve it.

22 years old and have been watching him since i was 6. This just seems unreal that next season 7 won’t be under center. He left everything he had on the field every game no matter the outcome and you have to respect that. I wouldn’t have wanted anyone else as qb during my 16 years of being a die hard steelers fan. Thank you #7 for all the great memories!

Bengal fan for 41 years here giving Big Ben his respect. Loved watching our team go against the Steelers not because it was easy, but because it was hard and much more of a satisfaction to take down such a great culture and Ben being so strong at his position made it much more exciting to watch. Such a hard man to take down and that will carry on off the field I'm sure. Thanks for the memories Ben. The rivalry will never be the same without you. I'll miss you man.

I cried too and im not even a steeler fan, guys in that era like big ben were the guys i watched as a kid and thru my HS football days, when i was young and loved football the most. So i cry whenever guys from the 2000s that left a legacy too.

I'm gonna miss this dude. Watching the Steelers won't be the same without Big Ben.Adios Warrior

He's pretty much crapped on my Bengals practically my whole life but I appreciate and respect big Ben.

Goodbye big Ben!!! I've watched you since I was 13 man. It's been a ride.

Thank u Big Ben 💛❤️💙 and Steelers 4 Life bby 😝

Big Ben..ty for all you have given us and ty to your family for sharing you with us. Its been truly an amazing ride. You depict what a true Pittsburger is. God Bless you and yours Get some rest now. You will always be in our hearts. There is No One like you.

We'll miss him a lot. True legend. Much respect

When Ben first came into the league he won 2 superbowls right away. I always thought he'd win a couple more. What a career he had!

As a Steelers fan I was heartbroken when he left against the chiefs bc I was there at the game and I got to shake his hand before the game and get a wave after they lost against the chiefs. #7 forever. Love you Big Ben

So good to see all the love and support

I’m not at all a Steelers fan but much respect to Big Ben. Even though I rooted against him his whole career i still get choked up watching a warrior retire.

I'm a Bengals fan, but I have respect for Big Ben . Good Bye for a legend.

I’m so blessed to have seen him play in person before he retired 😭😭😭

The most emotional goodbye ever for Big Ben on Monday night also, the overall for the NFL. Good luck big Ben I’m rooting on you

Love you Ben Thank you for all the great memories you will always be my favorite player

Was never a Steelers fan, but I still grew up watching Ben. Feels surreal seeing him at his final curtain call at Heinz field. Looking forward to seeing him in the HOF.💯

Steeler fan since forever,I hate to see you go,I’ve enjoyed watching you play….I love you man.

I started really watching football and playing football video games around 2005 when I 9. Big Ben has been there doing his thing in Pittsburgh this whole time 🥺😭😭

Ravens fan, and I despise the Steelers. Much respect for Ben though, he’s had a great run over the years and him and the Steelers deserve the playoffs more than we do this season. May the best team win next week!

One of my favorites to ever do it / he always brought everything had he never quit ever . A true competitor

18years shiiii that a lot of years with them💯

Heart 💗 on his sleeve AMEN i miss him 🙏🏿❤️❤️❤️

As a Raider fan. Much Respect for this man. watching him tear up had me going. 🥺

Everything passes and changes and comes to an end.

From the bus 🚌 to Big Ben, I Been riding. I’ve witnessed 3 Super Bowl rings with my own two eyes, you’re forever a champ 💯❤️😎

On behalf of all 90's kids I think I speak the truth when I say "thank you" to Big Ben. Watching the reverence on Peytons face during this was golden. As years go by all the legends of my youth retire. TB12 is still going strong but I know soon that also will end. It was an amazing upbringing and I can't thank all of you enough. We really grew up in the golden era.

WE GONNA MISS U BEN! 😢 😔 👑☝🏿🤲🏿

Damn seeing Eli retiring at his 16th season, Philip 17th and now Ben at 18th such great guys and QBs with amazing careers. Nothing but respect for those 3

As a cowboy fan man I always like Big Ben man what a player he was and could have u hurtling you when he play again your team and came up clutch in a lot of games in he’s career, I remember the super bowl with Arizona when he hit Antonio Holmes man I can remember that like it was yesterday. Much respect for big 7✊🏻✊🏻

Eres el mejor te extrañaremos Dios te Bendiga Big Ben 🙏

"My Hero" playing in the background, as he takes a lap around the stadium, is just perfect. Thank you Ben. He's been my QB since I was 8. I've known nothing else besides #7, for 18 years. I'm gonna miss him a lot.

Big Ben is one of the best top ten QB’s of all time. Iconic moments, clutch moments, championships and wins/stats are up there with the best of them. All love Big Ben - it’s been a joy to watch you

Damn... It's hard to watch this, and I'm a die-hard Bears fan. I'm 28 years old and I grew up watching Big Ben, and really admired him and the Steelers. Who's chopping onions?

As a Steelers fan this still makes me cry every time I see it. The last 2 years of his career I wanted to move on from him because I felt it was time, and I was happy to hear him say this was gonna be his last ride. Then this game happened. Then I was at home just reminiscing on all of the amazing memories he gave us fans, and all of a sudden I felt extremely sad seeing him go & I instantly regretted the fact that I wanted to rush him out the door. The man played through so many legit injuries, and always seemed to come through for us. So I felt guilty, and realized that after all he had given to this city, & to this team he probably deserved to get that 1 last season that he wanted. Also deserved to go out on his terms rather than being forced out.

Ben and coach haven't had a losing season. What a great team!

Once a Steeler, always a Steeler.

NOT a Steelers fan, but Big Ben is awesome.

These are the moments in football that I love. Victory is always the goal, but the gratitude and appreciation in that stadium is what it's all about.

Thank you Big Ben! Watched you since I was 10, you got me into football and thank you for everything! I cannot be more blessed to have you for my team QB. Thank you #7!

I'm a 49er fan but this is a great guy he will be missed

Respect from Cincinnati. There have been some epic battles that will haunt me forever lol. Great career, good luck moving forward! Future hall of fame!

I'm gonna miss you big guy, you and this team saved my life. I can't ask for anything else but all the greatness you did that will always be in my memories. Thank you my guy and get the well deserved rest.