ST.Steelers Legend Ben Roethlisberger’s Emotional Hall of Honor Night — Wife’s Tears Spark Heartfelt Moment with Fans

Pittsburgh, PA – December 15, 2025

The Pittsburgh Steelers honored franchise icons at the annual Hall of Honor induction ceremony at Acrisure Stadium, inducting Ben Roethlisberger, Maurkice Pouncey, and

Joey Porter Sr. into the Class of 2025. Amid the celebration, a deeply personal family moment captured the hearts of Steelers Nation.

Inductees featured Ben Roethlisberger, the two-time Super Bowl champion quarterback retiring after 18 seasons, joined by longtime center

Maurkice Pouncey and fierce linebacker Joey Porter Sr.. The trio’s enshrinement highlighted eras of dominance.

“I could never imagine putting on any other uniform than the black and gold,”

Roethlisberger said in his speech, voice steady yet emotional. “Y’all bleed for us, and I wanted to bleed for you. I will always bleed black and gold.”

Roethlisberger‘s wife

Ashley broke into tears viewing his display in the Hall of Honor Museum, revealing he once promised early retirement for family time but couldn’t abandon the Steelers’ colors.

The revelation deepened the night’s intimacy, as

Ashley shared how Ben‘s passion kept him playing, sacrificing personal promises for the team’s legacy and fans’ unwavering support.

This vulnerability resonated, turning a formal induction into a tribute to loyalty, reminding everyone of the human cost behind championships and the unbreakable bond with Pittsburgh.

As the Steelers prepare for playoff pushes, honoring Roethlisberger reinforces a storied tradition of resilience and devotion, inspiring current players to chase their own immortality.

Here We Go—Pittsburgh‘s black and gold legacy lives forever.

Henry Ruggs Earns Major Academic Milestone While Serving Prison Sentence

Posted December 17, 2025

Former Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Henry Ruggs III, currently serving a 3-to-10-year prison sentence for a fatal 2021 DUI crash, has achieved a significant personal victory: completing his college degree from the University of Alabama with honors.

According to reporter Jordan Schultz, Ruggs graduated from Alabama after earning a perfect 4.0 GPA in his final semester, landing on the President’s List. The accomplishment marks a productive step forward for the former first-round pick during his incarceration.

Ruggs, 26, began serving his sentence in August 2023 after pleading guilty to felony DUI resulting in death and misdemeanor vehicular manslaughter. The charges stem from a November 2021 crash in Las Vegas where Ruggs, driving at 156 mph with a blood alcohol level of 0.161—twice the legal limit—struck and killed 23-year-old Tina Tintor and her dog Max.

The Raiders released Ruggs immediately following the incident. In 20 career games with Las Vegas after being selected 12th overall in the 2020 NFL Draft, he recorded 50 receptions for 921 yards and four touchdowns.

Earlier in 2025, Ruggs spoke publicly at a Hope for Prisoners event, expressing deep remorse to the Tintor family:

“I wish I could turn back the hands of time. I would love for them to meet the real Henry Ruggs and not the one that was escaping from something. I sincerely apologize—not only for being a part of that situation, but for the fact that my face is always in the news… They have to constantly be reminded of the situation, be reminded of me, and those memories have to continue to arise.”

Reports indicate Ruggs has remained focused behind bars. Former teammate Josh Jacobs has said Ruggs is staying in shape and training with hopes of an NFL return. He will first become eligible for parole in August 2026.

Last week, Ruggs was transferred from a minimum-security facility in Las Vegas to a medium-security prison in Northern Nevada, according to ProFootballTalk. The reason for the move remains unclear, as does any potential impact on his parole timeline.

While nothing can undo the tragedy of November 2021, Ruggs’ completion of his Alabama degree represents a meaningful step toward personal rehabilitation and education—goals often emphasized in correctional programs.

Raider Nation and the wider NFL community continue to watch his journey with mixed emotions: sorrow for the irreversible loss of Tina Tintor, and cautious acknowledgment of efforts toward accountability and growth. 💀🖤