Steelers general manager Omar Khan leaves door open for Elandon Roberts return
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 1, 2026, 2:10 PM
Last updated Sep 1, 2026

Pittsburgh Steelers general manager Omar Khan stated the team remains open to re-signing linebacker Elandon Roberts. The organization released Roberts during final roster cuts to reach the league-mandated 53-man limit. Khan expressed respect for the player and his performance during the recent preseason training period. Roberts, who previously played for the New England Patriots, Miami Dolphins, and Las Vegas Raiders, had rejoined the Steelers on a one-year deal shortly before his release. The team has not finalized a return for the veteran defender, though the front office indicated a potential reunion remains a possibility. The Steelers are currently adjusting their roster ahead of the upcoming regular season.
- •Omar Khan confirmed the Steelers are not closing the door on re-signing Elandon Roberts.
- •Roberts was released to accommodate 53-man roster requirements.
- •The linebacker previously signed a one-year contract with the team earlier this summer.
- •Roberts spent time with the Patriots, Dolphins, and Raiders before his recent tenure in Pittsburgh.
- 2:10 PMYahoo Sports — Steelers leave door open for fan-favorite linebacker's return
"The Pittsburgh Steelers revealed that the door is open for fan-favorite linebacker Elandon Roberts to potentially return down the road.
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