Steelers sign linebacker Elandon Roberts to one-year deal
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 13, 2026, 4:04 AM
Last updated Aug 13, 2026
The Pittsburgh Steelers have announced the signing of linebacker Elandon Roberts to a one-year contract on August 13, 2026. Roberts previously played for the Steelers from 2023 to 2024 and had notable performances during his time, including 101 total tackles in 2023. In the 2025 season, he played for the Las Vegas Raiders, finishing with 90 total tackles. His return adds depth to the inside linebacker position, supporting starters Patrick Queen and Payton Wilson. Roberts’ familiarity with defensive coordinator Patrick Graham’s scheme is expected to aid the Steelers as they enter a new coaching regime under Mike McCarthy, who aims to lead the team to another playoff run.
- •Elandon Roberts joins the Steelers after playing for the Raiders in 2025.
- •He recorded 101 total tackles in his last season with Pittsburgh in 2023.
- •Roberts provides depth behind starters Patrick Queen and Payton Wilson.
- •New head coach Mike McCarthy aims to lead the Steelers deeper into the playoffs.
- •Roberts' understanding of Graham's system could benefit the Steelers' defense.
- 4:04 AMYahoo Sports — Steelers Reunite With Veteran, ‘Tone Setter’ Linebacker: Report
- 2:53 AMYahoo Sports — Steelers Reunite With Veteran Linebacker on One-Year Deal
- 12:42 AMSteelers Depot — Schefter: Steelers Signing Veteran LB Elandon Roberts - Steelers Depot
"The Pittsburgh Steelers are signing veteran linebacker Elandon Roberts to a one-year deal, ESPN’s Adam Schefter reports. Roberts returns after spending the 2023 and 2024 seasons with the Steelers as a thumping run-stopper. He spent last season with the Las Ve…
"ESPN's Adam Schefter reported the Pittsburgh Steelers signed veteran linebacker Elandon Roberts in NFL free agency. The post Steelers Reunite With Veteran, ‘Tone Setter’ Linebacker: Report appeared first on HEAVY.
"The Pittsburgh Steelers are signing a veteran linebacker to a one-year deal to reunite with the franchise.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 13, 2026, 4:04 AMSteelers Reunite With Veteran, ‘Tone Setter’ Linebacker: Report
ESPN's Adam Schefter reported the Pittsburgh Steelers signed veteran linebacker Elandon Roberts in NFL free agency. The post Steelers Reunite With Veteran, ‘Tone Setter’ Linebacker: Report appeared first on HEAVY.
- Yahoo SportsAug 13, 2026, 2:53 AMSteelers Reunite With Veteran Linebacker on One-Year Deal
The Pittsburgh Steelers are signing a veteran linebacker to a one-year deal to reunite with the franchise.
- Steelers DepotAug 13, 2026, 12:42 AMSchefter: Steelers Signing Veteran LB Elandon Roberts - Steelers Depot
The Pittsburgh Steelers are signing veteran linebacker Elandon Roberts to a one-year deal, ESPN’s Adam Schefter reports. Roberts returns after spending the 2023 and 2024 seasons with the Steelers as a thumping run-stopper. He spent last season with the Las Ve…
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