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Roethlisberger Has No Issue With Villanueva Taking Part In National Anthem

The Pittsburgh Steelers suffered an embarrassing road loss to the Chicago Bears on Sunday and several believe the team statement during the singing of the national anthem may have played a role in it.

During his post-game press conference following the loss, Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger was asked to explain what led to his team deciding to stay off the field during the pre-game singing of the national anthem.

“You know, by no means, no way shape or form, was there any disrespect intended towards our troops or people that serve this country,” Roethlisberger started.