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Steelers leave door open for fan-favorite linebacker's return

The Pittsburgh Steelers revealed that the door is open for fan-favorite linebacker Elandon Roberts to potentially return down the road.

Pittsburgh Steelers recently released beloved linebacker Elandon Roberts, leaving fans disappointed. However, the team may still have a chance to bring him back. On Monday, general manager Omar Khan told reporters that the possibility of re-signing Roberts is not off the table. Khan expressed respect for Roberts and their shared history, vowing not to close the door on reuniting with the player.

Roberts began his NFL career with the Patriots, followed by stints with the Dolphins, Steelers, and Las Vegas Raiders. After a successful preseason with Pittsburgh, Roberts was unable to secure a spot on the 53-man roster. Fans are hopeful that the Steelers find a way to bring Roberts back, either on the practice squad or the active roster as the regular season begins. For the latest Steelers updates, follow TheSteelersWire on X and like their Facebook page.

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