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Steelers QB Ben Roethlisberger officially listed as questionable for Sunday

PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger has not been ruled out of Sunday’s game against the Kansas City Chiefs.

The Steelers released their official injury report on Friday, and the two-time Super Bowl champion was listed as questionable.

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Roethlisberger was a limited participant in Friday’s practice.

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Michael Vick has officially been ruled out Sunday due to a hamstring injury.

Steelers coach Mike Tomlin said the Steelers are preparing this week with the idea that Landry Jones will be the starter because he is the only healthy quarterback on the roster.

"You never what's going to happen on Sunday. Ben and Mike are real competitive guys, so I'm sure they are going to do everything they can to get ready to play," Jones said. "I'll be excited whether I play or not, but it'd be awesome to get a whole week of practice in and go into the game really prepared."

The Steelers want to make sure Roethlisberger's knee is stable before he returns to game action. He also plans to wear a knee brace for the first time in his 12-year career when he returns.

"I think I can deal with pain," Roethlisberger said. "Adrenaline helps with that a lot."

Stephon Tuitt and Will Allen have also been ruled out of Sunday's game.

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