Steelers Sign Veteran LB Elandon Roberts to One-Year Deal

The Pittsburgh Steelers have agreed to a one-year deal with veteran linebacker Elandon Roberts, bringing back a familiar presence to their defensive unit. The agreement, reported on August 12, 2026, reunites the 32-year-old with the team he played for during the 2023 and 2024 seasons and with defensive coordinator Patrick Graham, who coached him with the Las Vegas Raiders in 2025.

Roberts returns to a linebacking group that includes starters Patrick Queen and Payton Wilson. During his previous two-year stint in Pittsburgh, Roberts was a key contributor, starting 29 of 33 games and recording 147 tackles, 15 tackles for loss, and 3.5 sacks. He spent the 2025 season with the Raiders, where he started 16 of 17 games and posted 90 tackles and six tackles for loss.

The signing provides the Steelers with a versatile and experienced option. Roberts began his NFL career with the New England Patriots, winning two Super Bowls, before playing for the Miami Dolphins. Over 157 career games, he has amassed 694 tackles, 60 tackles for loss, and 14.5 sacks. His familiarity with Graham's defensive system is seen as a significant asset as the coordinator implements his scheme in Pittsburgh.