Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger is returning to the field after four weeks of recovering from a sprained MCL. The Steelers were likely targeting Week 8 for Roethlisberger's return for a division rivalry against the Cincinnati Bengals. Roethlisberger won't be 100 percent, but he's returning with an added offensive weapon in wide receiver Martavis Bryant. Roethlisberger also will have running back Le'Veon Bell. Bell returned in Week 3 after serving a suspension for violating the league's substance abuse policy. Bell and Roethlisberger shared the field for less than three quarters before Roethlisberger was injured. The Steelers are entering a statement game with a 4-3 record against the Bengals, who lead the AFC North and have yet to lose a game in the regular season.
Ben Roethlisberger injury update: Steelers QB is Active for fantasy owners Week 8
Big Ben is back. We take a look at the fantasy implications.
Fantasy impact: Even though Roethlisberger is less than 100 percent, he'll be facing a Bengals defense that has been average in limiting fantasy points to opposing quarterbacks. Big Ben will be a solid QB1 on Sunday despite his ailments. Wide receivers Antonio Brown and Bryant both get a boost with Roethlisberger under center.
