For some time now, the headlines about footballers' wages have seemed oddly familiar; and, with the publication of a new report, the analogy has finally become clear. These athletes, with pay packets beyond the imagination and comprehension of the average working person, appear to be the bankers of modern sport. The percentage of turnover spent on players has increased, from 48% of turnover in 1997, up to 70% in 2011.".The quarterback was suspended without pay for six games last month by commissioner Roger Goodell after a 20yearold college student accused him of sexual assault in Milledgeville, Ga. No charges were filed.Roethlisberger underwent a behavioral evaluation as part of the suspension, which could be reduced to four games by Goodell, who will review the case again before the regular season.The Steelers' next offseason workout is Tuesday, the first of three next week. They have three the following week, then are off until training camp starts on July 30.

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