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Steelers' Elandon Roberts Gives Honest Answer To Question Hanging Over His Return

The Pittsburgh Steelers welcomed back a familiar face this week when veteran linebacker Elandon Roberts returned to the organization, but the story behind his reunion is more complicated than fans initially realized.

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Elandon Roberts Clears the Air on Steelers Feelings

Elandon Roberts shut down the notion that he had any issues with the Pittsburgh Steelers upon his return to the team. Roberts, who signed to the Steelers'

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Pittsburgh Steelers on SI / October 14

Steelers Preparing for LB Trade?

The Pittsburgh Steelers' decision to re-sign Elandon Roberts could be just the first domino to fall for the team at inside linebacker. During the latest

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / October 13

Steelers' Decision To Sign Elandon Roberts May Have Hidden Motive

Fans of the Pittsburgh Steelers were shocked when linebacker Elandon Roberts did not make the initial 53-man roster, as he played well between the tackles during his limited action in the preseason.

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Pittsburgh Steelers News / NFL on ClutchPoints / October 12

Steelers bring back ex-linebacker on practice squad

The Pittsburgh Steelers are bringing back a familiar face, signing veteran linebacker Elandon Roberts to their practice squad, according to Tom Pelissero.

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Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season

A few trades have rearranged the NFL's backup quarterback ranks, but the dust has mostly settled. From a mix of recent first-round disappointments, aging vets, and young project types, here is how the league's QB2 ranks look for the 2026 season.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / A to Z Sports / October 12

Steelers bring back a familiar face that never should have been let go in the first place amid concerning defensive trend

The Pittsburgh Steelers made a surprising call at the 53-man roster deadline when they let Elandon Roberts walk after a standout preseason. Now Mike McCarthy has confirmed what comes next for the veteran linebacker in Pittsburgh.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Pro Football Rumors / October 12

Steelers To Host LB Elandon Roberts

The Steelers could have a familiar face back on the roster in short order. Veteran linebacker Elandon Roberts is visiting Pittsburgh today, as first reported by Alan Saunders of Steelers Now.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Pittsburgh Steelers on SI / October 12

Steelers Bringing Back Hard-Hitting LB

The Pittsburgh Steelers are set to bring in veteran linebacker Elandon Roberts with the intention of re-signing the 32-year-old, according to Steelers Now's Alan Saunders.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / September 12

Steelers' Shocking Elandon Roberts Release Has One Possible Explanation

The Pittsburgh Steelers made several difficult roster decisions while reducing their team to 53 players, but releasing Elandon Roberts was the most stunning.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Athlon Sports / September 1

Former Steelers DT Says Elandon Roberts Release Hasn't Sat Well in Locker Room

One of the more surprising moves by the Pittsburgh Steelers didn’t involve their recent trades. Instead, it was the release of a well-liked linebacker.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / September 1

Steelers' locker room reeling after horrific move from the organization

The Pittsburgh Steelers have just finished up the process of trimming the roster down to the final group that will head into the regular season and one move isn't going over well.

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Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / August 31

Steelers' bizarre roster move gets explained straight from the source: 'I was definitely shocked'

Most thought he would be a lock to make the final roster.

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Steelers’ surprising decision to release fan favorite who just returned doesn’t mean his time in Pittsburgh has come to an end

The Pittsburgh Steelers made the surprise decision to release one of their fan favorites and someone who looked great during the preseason, but it doesn’t mean the end of the road for him and the Steelers.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / August 30

Steelers lose starter for multiple weeks in surprising IR designation

Steelers lose starter for multiple weeks in surprising injured reserve designation

Losing him in the 2025 season was a massive blow to the defense, so Pittsburgh is anticipating that he heals up quickly so he can be ready for the long gauntlet to end the 2026 campaign.

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Steelers have prime opportunity to steal offensive lineman from rival Ravens

The team may need another depth piece at offensive tackle.

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Pittsburgh Steelers News / Pro Football Rumors / August 30

Steelers Release LB Elandon Roberts

Shortly after bringing him back to Pittsburgh, the Steelers are releasing veteran linebacker Elandon Roberts, per ESPN’s Adam Schefter. As a vested veteran, Roberts will not be placed on waivers and immediately returns to free agency.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / August 30

Steelers Make Shocking Move To Release Veteran Fan Favorite

The Pittsburgh Steelers are just two weeks away from beginning the 2026 regular season. There is a lot of excitement in the air because of a new coaching staff being in town, and the depth chart should have some serious depth and talent to it.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / August 30

Steelers cut former first-round pick before 53-man roster deadline

The Pittsburgh Steelers have a lot of tough decisions to make as they slowly cut the roster down to just 53 men.

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Pittsburgh Steelers News / Athlon Sports / August 16

Elandon Roberts Raises the Intensity as Steelers Training Camp Gets Physical

The Pittsburgh Steelers are onto a new week of training camp after their first preseason game under head coach Mike McCarthy resulted in victory. Now, the Steelers will host the New York Jets on Friday with clear areas of improvement identified.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / August 14

Steelers Signing of Elandon Roberts Has Massive Impact on Linebacker Depth Chart

This week, the Pittsburgh Steelers brought a familiar face back to town. Multiple reports confirm that inside linebacker Elandon Roberts has agreed to a one-year deal with Pittsburgh.

NFL News / Field Level Media / August 13

Reports: Steelers, veteran LB Elandon Roberts reunite on 1-year deal

The Pittsburgh Steelers are turning to a familiar face to beef up their linebacking corps. According to multiple reports, the team on Wednesday agreed to a one-year deal with Elandon Roberts, setting up a pair of reunions.

NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / August 12

Steelers, Elandon Roberts Agree To Deal

Elandon Roberts is returning to Pittsburgh. The veteran linebacker agreed to terms on a one-year Steelers deal today, ESPN’s Adam Schefter reports. Roberts played in Pittsburgh during the 2023 and ’24 seasons.

NFL News / Yardbarker / August 12

Steelers reuniting with LB Elandon Roberts could be a sneaky-good move

The Pittsburgh Steelers brought back a familiar face on Wednesday night, just 24 hours before the start of their preseason schedule.

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Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / August 20, 2025

Watch: Raiders LB Elandon Roberts Speaks Following Training Camp

LAS VEGAS, NV.-- Las Vegas Raiders veteran linebacker Elandon Roberts is set to be a significant contributor for the Raiders this season. Linebacker was once a position of concern for the Raiders, but Roberts should alleviate many of the problems the Raiders once had about the position group.