From One Big Ben to Another...

THE BAD NEWS for Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger: He was suspended for 6 games by the NFL for his conduct in an alleged sexual encounter in a bar.

The GOOD NEWS for Big Ben: The suspension may be shortened if he demonstrates acceptable behavior.
The EVEN BETTER NEWS: The person reviewing his case will be the Pope.

"Hey, Pontiff, big whoop, so I like to do a little 'Flashdancing.' It's Pittsburgh, baby, am I right? How's about a little 'Immaculate Protection' over here?"

Pope Benedict, seen here at the Rome sports bar T.G.I.Good Friday's, celebrating Santonio Holmes' miraculous TD catch in Super Bowl XLIII.