2006: Redshirted.

High School:  Lettered twice at Shepherd High School under James Nelson.  Two-time all-conference selection.  Named the Gatorade Rookie of the Year.  Selected as the Defensive Player of the Year. 

Personal:  Likes to hunt.  Undecided on major.  Son of Ellie and Allen Roethlisberger.  Born on February 12, 1988.