Roethlisberger leads Steelers to victory

Ben Roethlisberger, effective for only one drive previously in this preseason, passed for 247 yards before halftime to lead three Pittsburgh scoring drives and the Steelers shook off numerous mistakes to defeat the cross-state Philadelphia Eagles 27-13 Sunday night in Pittsburgh.

Roethlisberger didn’t pass for a score, but spread the ball among seven receivers and six caught at least one pass of 18 yards or longer. Running back Najeh Davenport had two long receptions totaling 58 yards and tight end Heath Miller, often absent in the offense, had two for 50 yards.

Willie Parker ran 18 yards for a score and caught three passes for 40 yards.

Donovan McNabb, so efficient the week before in driving the Eagles’ starters to 10 points on four possessions in a 27-10 victory over Carolina, was lifted before halftime after going 5 of 11 for 60 yards.

Correll Buckhalter ran for 43 yards on 10 carries for Philadelphia.

Seahawks on the bubble

For a dozen current Seattle Seahawks, the Grim Reaper’s scythe awaits.

The first round of cuts are expected to be announced today, and while there probably won’t be any big names on the list, there will be some shattered dreams.

Several players fighting for roster spots didn’t even get a chance to leave one last impression Saturday, when the non-participants included quarterbacks David Greene, Derek Devine and Erik Meyer, running back A.J. Harris, wide receiver Jordan Kent, offensive lineman Austin King, linebacker Cameron Jensen and cornerback Dennis Davis.

Jaguars making moves

Former first-round draft pick Chris Claiborne signed with Jacksonville, giving the Jaguars some much-needed depth at linebacker after backup Tony Gilbert was lost for the season.

The Jags also signed linebacker Kevis Coley and defensive tackle Joe Anoai.