Roethlisberger is in stable but serious condition following surgery. The doctors said there was no brain, spine, chest, or abdomen injuries, which is great news. People are already speculating that he could be the opening day starter. By all newspaper and television accounts, Ben should be OK.
That being said, what a dumbass. Enough people have criticized Ben for not wearing a helmet and jeopardizing his health, his career, and the Steelers so we won’t go too far down that road. However, we’d like to point out this 2005 interview with ESPN where Roethlisberger talks about his love of riding.
Roethlisberger: I think it can be a risk. It depends on how you ride. I don’t ride a sport bike. If I’m riding a sport bike and trying to do tricks, and going 200 miles down the highway, that’s probably pretty stupid. But when you’re riding a Harley or a chopper and you’re riding with a group of people and you’re not on the highway and you’re cruising, you’re relaxing. I don’t think its as much of a risk as people make it out to be.
Also, let us point out that Ben was riding a 2005 Suzuki Hayabusa when he crashed. According to Suzuki, it is the fastest motorcycle in the world. Seems Ben has upgraded his bikes since the interview.
Links:
[Pittsburgh Channel]: Roethlisberger Undergoes Surgery, Still Hospitalized
[Pittsburgh Post-Gazette]: Big Ben failed to heed warnings
[Steeler Blog]: Damn eBayers
One reply on “Roethlisberger accident update”
Bikes — Bikes are fun to ride. I can completely understand his desire to ride with a group. It is a great time. But, where a damn helmet. You have to if you are a star quarterback in the NFL or Joe shmoe. Anyways…I really enjoy reading your blog. It is extremely entertaining. I am adding you to my blogroll. And, I would really appreciate it if you would add me to yours.
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