Elandon Roberts: Steelers' Linebacker Lifeline

0:00On April 29, Pittsburgh Steelers still got holes to fill after the NFL draft, especially at Inside Linebacker and one name screaming comeback is, free agent Elandon Roberts. The team skipped drafting help there despite last season's weaknesses, leaving the position thin while they wait on bigger moves like Aaron Rodgers. Roberts fits perfect under defensive coordinator Patrick Graham, who coached him last year in Las Vegas. He's that gritty runstop for the Steelers love, with proven past rust chops and he thrived here before as their top guy for almost two seasons. Fans and analysts figured Pittsburgh would grab a linebacker early in the draft, but it never happened, spotlighting the inconsistency from starters. Patrick Queen and Peyton Wilson, that left everyone wondering how to shore up the middle without a splashy addition. Depth behind the mishaky, guys like Malik Harrison, Cole Holcomb and Carson Bruner ain't ready to step up if injuries hit. Roberts brings vet experience, physicality, and scheme knowledge for a seamless light

1:03end, even if he battles for snaps. Bringing him back before training camp could lock in that reliable edge, turning a vulnerability into defensive steel that matches the Steelers. Identity.