Steelers Cut Roberts Despite Strong Play | NFL News

Elandon Roberts, a surprise cut by the Steelers on roster cutdown day, turned to Mike Tyson’s wisdom to fuel his comeback mindset — but his departure leaves Pittsburgh’s inside linebacker corps dangerously thin. Signed just before preseason and standout in their final two games, Roberts was seen as a reliable veteran who could anchor the defense — especially with his history under coach Patrick Graham. Now, with Patrick Queen and Payton Wilson starting (a risky duo from last year) and limited depth behind them, the Steelers may have missed a key piece. Roberts hasn’t heard any offers for a return, making this one of the season’s most puzzling roster moves — and a position group that could haunt them early.

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