Steelers Legend Ben Roethlisberger Slams Acrisure Stadium, Calls Field ‘Borderline Unplayable’ in Fiery Rant

Pittsburgh, PA – October 15, 2025

Steelers legend Ben Roethlisberger is never one to hold back his thoughts — and this week, he took a bold swipe at Acrisure Stadium

, the home he once ruled for nearly two decades. The former quarterback voiced strong criticism about the playing conditions and even suggested that the University of Pittsburgh should stop sharing the field with the Steelers altogether.

Appearing on his “Footbahlin” podcast, Roethlisberger described the current state of Acrisure’s turf as “borderline unplayable”, arguing that the field’s wear and tear from hosting both NFL and college games puts players at unnecessary risk.

“You can’t have professional athletes out there slipping around,” he said. “If someone gets hurt, that’s on the people maintaining that field.”

His comments reignited a long-running debate among fans and local media about whether Pitt should continue using Acrisure Stadium, or finally build its own facility closer to campus. Roethlisberger didn’t hesitate to take a side, stating that Pitt deserves

“a 35,000-seat stadium in Oakland — something they can call their own.”

The Hall of Fame candidate emphasized that separating the two programs would benefit everyone: the Panthers would gain a true home atmosphere, and the Steelers’ field would stay in better condition for their own games.

“It’s not about pride or ownership,” he explained. “It’s about player safety and the quality of football we expect in Pittsburgh.”

Roethlisberger’s remarks stirred plenty of reaction in the Steel City. Some fans agreed that the constant double use of Acrisure leaves the turf torn up and dangerous, especially late in the season. Others argued that Pitt playing downtown remains a vital tradition — one that connects the city’s football culture from college to pro.

Still, it’s clear Big Ben has seen enough. After countless games at Heinz Field (now Acrisure Stadium), few know the stadium’s quirks better than him. And for someone who bled black and gold for 18 years, his warning carries weight.

As Pittsburgh continues to chase another playoff run, Roethlisberger’s critique serves as both a challenge and a reminder: even legends want the city’s field to live up to its football legacy.

Chiefs Superstar Breaks Silence on Sydney Sweeney Ad, Blasts Ridiculous Cancel Culture Backlash

A playful denim slogan became a cultural flashpoint. American Eagle’s campaign with Sydney Sweeney flipped “Great Genes” into “Great Jeans,” but online outrage reframed a simple pun as something sinister, dragging an entertainer into debates the ad never intended to host.

Much of the backlash looked amplified rather than universal. Major outlets noted how a handful of viral posts snowballed, while the brand reiterated its message centered on confidence, individuality, and denim. In the social-media crosswind, nuance vanished, and intention lost ground to interpretation.

Through it all, Sweeney stayed composed. No flame-fanning statements, no combative threads—just steady professionalism. The brand even introduced a “Sydney Jean,” with proceeds tied to a domestic-violence support initiative, underscoring a humane throughline to a campaign that critics insisted on politicizing.

Then came an unexpected voice from Kansas City—one shaped by playoff pressure and championship standards—reminding people that leadership sometimes means de-escalation. In that moment, the conversation shifted from polarization to perspective, from fevered accusations to a call for fairness.

That voice belonged to the NFL’s reigning standard-bearer at quarterback. Patrick Mahomes chose clarity over noise: “Sydney Sweeney is doing her job—and doing it at a high level. We can disagree about an ad without tearing a person down. That balance is what respect looks like.”

He drew a familiar parallel. Players routinely absorb criticism for coaching decisions they didn’t make; performers can be punished for concepts they didn’t create. “A fashion spot shouldn’t be twisted into something it was never meant to be,”

he added. “Let’s argue ideas without erasing people.”

The ethos felt distinctly Midwestern, distinctly Chiefs. “In Chiefs Kingdom, leadership means lifting others,” Mahomes’ stance implied. “Hold standards. Demand excellence. But don’t mistake creativity for malice, or outrage for truth. Grace under pressure is part of the job—on any stage.”

By standing up for Sweeney, the message reached beyond Hollywood or Arrowhead. It asked audiences to separate craft from conspiracy, intent from interpretation. And it returned the spotlight to what mattered in the first place: a denim campaign, executed with professionalism, not a proxy culture war.