Count Ben Roethlisberger as one of the many football fans touched by Will Howard’s emotional draft day reaction after the Pittsburgh Steelers made him the team’s sixth-round pick. For Roethlisberger, those genuine moments surrounded by his family is proof Howard has a fighting chance to make it in the NFL. Joining former Chicago Bears RB Matt Forte for a discussion on a wide-range of topics, Roethlisberger thought Howard’s response to getting picked was perfect.
“The Steelers took Will Howard in the sixth round this year. Quarterback, Ohio State, national champion,” Roethlisberger told Forte on the Sports Spectrum podcast.