Ben Roethlisberger marvels at Mitch Trubisky's ability to throw on the run

Posted Sep 22, 2017
Ben Roethlisberger got a preview of what has Bears fans salivating for the debut of Mitch Trubisky back before the NFL scouting combine. The two-time Super Bowl champion met Trubisky in Irvine, Calif., and they worked out together. The veteran was quickly struck by the youngster's ability to make plays outside the pocket. "I thought he was a tremendous athlete." (Chicago Tribune)

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