Marvel Smith has surgery; Big Ben out
Pittsburgh Steelers12/28/2007 10:49 AM The Post-Gazette reports the Steelers are losing players at an alarming rate, some for longer than others. One week after they lost Pro Bowl RB Willie Parker for the season, left OT Marvel Smith had back surgery yesterday and may not play again this season. Also, QB Ben Roethlisberger did not practice for the second day in a row because of a sprained ankle and is not expected to play in the regular-season finale Sunday at Baltimore. Read more