Ben Roethlisberger's Statement on Andrea McNulty's Sexual Assault

by Amy Judd | July 23, 2009 at 12:50 pm

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Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger today made a statement on the Andrea McNulty sexual assault charge, and vowed to defend himself against the rape allegations.

"I would never, ever force myself on a woman," Roethlisberger said as part of his prepared remarks.

He did not take questions from the media.

"I did not sexually assault Andrea McNulty. Saturday was the first that I learned of her accusations. Her false and vicious allegations are an attack on my family and on me," said Roethlisberger.

He was accused last weekend in Lake Tahoe of forcing himself on McNulty in July 2008.

"I'm going to fight to protect my family and my reputation. I'm not going to discuss my private life or this civil case in the media. I'll respond to her outrageous allegations in the appropriate forum," said Roethlisberger. "The allegations against me are reckless and false. As much as I'd like to answer everyone's questions, I'm going to respect the legal process and I am confident that the truth will prevail."

He has not been charged with any crimes.

"I have an obligation to our fans, to my teammates, to my coaches and everyone in the organization to remain focused on the Pittsburgh Steelers, and I will do that," said Roethlisberger.