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The following are Tweets from the agent of Ben Roethlisberger, Ryan Tollner, who posted them shortly before the Steelers and Bills kicked off Sunday.
In no uncertain terms, Tollner denies the report, and reaffirms his client's commitment to remaining in Pittsburgh.
Statement from agent Ryan Tollner RE: this morning's report about Ben Roethlisberger coming in next few tweets...
— Rep 1 Sports (@Rep1Sports) November 10, 2013
"Ian Rapoport's apparent sources seem to be guessing what Ben feels about the Steelers and being traded. This is completely wrong (Cont)
— Rep 1 Sports (@Rep1Sports) November 10, 2013
"and inaccurate. Ben has always said he wants to play his entire career for the Steelers, and his roots are set firmly in Pittsburgh (cont)
— Rep 1 Sports (@Rep1Sports) November 10, 2013
"he has a lot left in the tank & is 100% committed to winning more championships with the Steelers." --Agent Ryan Tollner, Rep1 Sports
— Rep 1 Sports (@Rep1Sports) November 10, 2013
It's likely Roethlisberger will respond after the game in a similar manner.
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