The Steelers signed veteran running back DeAngelo Williams to a two-year contract, the team announced today. Financial terms of the contract were not disclosed.
Williams is the Carolina Panthers all-time leader in rushing attempts (1,432), rushing yards (6,846), rushing touchdowns (46) and 100-yard rushing games (18). He was originally drafted by the Panthers in the first round (27th overall) of the 2006 NFL Draft.
The Steelers signed quarterback Ben Roethlisberger to a new five-year contract, the team announced today. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed.
“We are excited to announce we have signed Ben Roethlisberger to a new five-year contract,” Steelers President Art Rooney II said. “Ben is one of the greatest quarterbacks in team history, and we are thrilled we were able to finalize a contract that will keep Ben with the Steelers through the 2019 season at least. We believe Ben is getting better each year, and we are looking forward to him continuing to lead us toward another Super Bowl championship.”