Ben Roethlisberger getting the respect he deserves from across the NFL

It's been an emotional 24 hours for Steeler Nation as 18-year Pittsburgh Steelers' quarterback, Ben Roethlisberger officially announced his retirement on Thursday morning this week. A career filled with championships, division titles, team and league records, Roethlisberger will go down as one of the best to not only dawn the black and gold, but one of the best quarterbacks in league history.

The Steelers have been doing an amazing job celebrating the future Hall of Famer via social media this week, and it's been amazing to see past and present players and coaches wish Roethlisberger the very best in his retirement, as well as congratulate him on an outstanding career. From Terry Bradshaw and "Mean" Joe Greene, to Jim Kelly and even the Baltimore Ravens and Tom Brady, Roethlisberger is getting the respect from across the NFL that he deserves. Check these out:

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Roethlisberger ends his illustrious career 5th in pass completions all-time, 5th in passing yards all-time, 8th in passing touchdowns all-time, and as for strictly Steelers history, number 1 in well... see for yourself:

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