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Steelers Sign Elandon Roberts To One-Year Deal

Reuniting Roberts with defensive coordinator Patrick Graham gives Pittsburgh a familiar scheme fit and low-cost inside-linebacker depth behind Patrick Queen and Payton Wilson.

Nov 17, 2024; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Elandon Roberts (50) reacts after stopping the Baltimore Ravens on a two point conversion attempt during the fourth quarter at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
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Nov 10, 2024; Landover, Maryland, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Elandon Roberts (50) and Steelers cornerback Beanie Bishop Jr. (31) celebrate after defeating the Washington Commanders at Northwest Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Amber Searls-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • Roberts agreed to a one-year contract with the Pittsburgh Steelers, sources reported Wednesday.
  • The 32-year-old reunites with Patrick Graham, who coached him with the Las Vegas Raiders in 2025 and now runs Pittsburgh’s defense, speeding his integration into the scheme.
  • Roberts is expected to serve as a physical, downhill backup at inside linebacker behind starters Patrick Queen and Payton Wilson rather than as a full-time starter.
  • Last season with the Raiders Roberts started 16 games and recorded 90 tackles and six tackles for loss, and his 2023 season in Pittsburgh included 101 tackles.
  • Local analysis ties the low-cost signing to roster and cap work the Steelers must finish in camp and preseason, with Malik Harrison singled out as a player whose spot could be in jeopardy.