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Roethlisberger suspension cut to 4 games

The Steelers' star quarterback was told today he could return on Oct. 17 against Cleveland.

Leftwich out indefinitely with MCL tear

An MRI confirmed the worst for the Steelers, who since the spring have been preparing Byron Leftwich to start at quarterback while Roethlisberger serves a likely four-game suspension at the start of the regular season.

Leftwich injured in victory

Byron Leftwich left the game early in the second quarter with a knee injury and didn't return to the Steelers' 19-3 win.

Injuries prompt shakeup with first-team defense

The Steelers' first-team defense allowed only 40 yards during two possessions of Thursday's preseason finale against Carolina at Heinz Field.

Browns' Hardesty hurts knee

Cleveland Browns rookie running back Montario Hardesty has left his exhibition debut because of an injured left knee.

Jackson sits out preseason finale

Steven Jackson sat out St. Louis' preseason finale against the Baltimore Ravens on Thursday night, giving the Rams more time to find a backup running back.

Ben puts trust in Whitfield

George Whitfield Jr. looks at working with Ben Roethlisberger as the professional opportunity of a lifetime. (2010-09-02)