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Ben Roethlisberger Named Second-Best 11th Overall Pick Of All-Time (You Won’t Guess Who Is #1)

Holding the 11th pick of the 2004 NFL Draft, Ben Roethlisberger fell into the Pittsburgh Steelers’ laps. Heck, the Steelers almost passed on him, nearly selecting OG Shawn Andrews instead. But #7 was the choice at #11 and in CBS’ rankings of the best players at each first-round spot, Roethlisberger was named the NFL’s second-greatest #11 pick. The only thing surprising about that is that he wasn’t #1.

CBS’ John Breech made the list and talked about Roethlisberger’s selection and career.

“Not only is Roethlisberger a two-time Super Bowl champion, but he’s an eight-time Pro Bowler who has led the NFL in passing twice.