Elandon Roberts Injury News & Updates
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Massive performance in blowout loss
Roberts finished Sunday's 31-0 loss to the Chiefs with 18 tackles (seven solo), including one stop for a loss.
ANALYSIS
Roberts was on the field for 75 of 81 defensive snaps (92.6 percent) and joined three other Raider defenders in registering double-digit stops. His 18 tackles were the most of his 10-year NFL career and just the sixth time he has logged double-digit tackles in a game. Roberts is up to 40 stops through seven regular-season games, and he should surpass his total from the 2024 campaign (46 tackles across 17 regular-season games) as a member of the Steelers.
Sep 13, 2025
Good to go versus Chargers
Roberts (elbow) isn't on the Las Vegas' injury report ahead of Monday's matchup versus the Chargers, Anthony Galaviz of The Fresno Bee reports.
ANALYSIS
Roberts is healthy again after picking up an elbow injury in the fourth quarter of the team's Week 1 win over the Patriots. He will once again serve as the team's starting middle linebacker for Monday's matchup.
Sep 12, 2025
Returns to limited practice Friday
Roberts (elbow) was a limited practice participant Friday.
ANALYSIS
Roberts was held out of practice Thursday due to an elbow issue but was able to log a limited session Friday. The injury occurred in Las Vegas' Week 1 win over New England, and Roberts was removed from the contest after logging just 11 defensive snaps. Roberts' limited practice Friday provides hope that he may be able to suit up Monday against the Chargers, but if he's unable to go, Tommy Eichenberg would likely get a start at linebacker.
Sep 11, 2025
Absent from practice
Roberts (elbow) did not practice Thursday.
ANALYSIS
Roberts was injured in the Raiders' Week 1 win over the Patriots and was unable to return to the contest. Tommy Eichenberg replaced Roberts in the lineup and would be in line to possibly start in Week 2 against the Chargers on Monday night if Roberts is deemed inactive.
Sep 7, 2025
Won't return vs. New England
Roberts (elbow) has been ruled out for the rest of Sunday's game against the Patriots.
ANALYSIS
Roberts injured his left elbow in the first quarter, and the issue is severe enough for him to miss the rest of Sunday's regular-season opener. With Roberts done for the day, Tommy Eichenberg will serve as the Raiders' middle linebacker the rest of the way.
Sep 7, 2025
Suffers elbow injury vs. Patriots
Roberts is questionable to return to Sunday's game against New England due to a left elbow injury, Paul reports.
ANALYSIS
Roberts suffered the injury late in the first quarter and will undergo further tests to determine the severity of the issue. Tommy Eichenberg will see an uptick in snaps at middle linebacker for as long as Roberts is sidelined.
Mar 10, 2025
Signs with Las Vegas
The Raiders agreed to terms with Roberts on a one-year, $3 million contract Monday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
ANALYSIS
The Raiders lost Robert Spillane in free agency Monday, and Divine Deablo is also free to sign elsewhere. Roberts' addition will help mitigate those losses after the 30-year-old linebacker started 14 of 17 regular-season games for the Steelers last season, recording 46 tackles (24 solo), including 1.0 sacks, and one forced fumble on 44 percent of the defensive snaps.
Jan 21, 2025
Sees drop in output in 2024
Roberts recorded 46 tackles, including 1.0 sacks, along with one forced fumble over 17 regular-season games during the 2024 campaign.
ANALYSIS
Roberts entered the season having registered back-to-back seasons of over 100 stops, but he didn't get even halfway to that mark in 2024 despite playing in all 17 of Pittsburgh's regular-season contests. Part of the reason was less playing time, but the veteran linebacker still played on over 457 defensive snaps during the campaign after logging 557 last year. Roberts did come up big in the postseason with 14 stops in a wild-card loss to Baltimore. Despite the statistical decrease in 2024, Roberts was still one of the Steelers' better run-stoppers, and there's a chance he could be back with the team next year despite being a free agent this offseason.
Jan 12, 2024
Tops 100 tackles in 2023
Roberts logged 101 tackles (68 solo), including 2.5 sacks, while recording two pass defenses over 16 games during the 2023 season.
ANALYSIS
Roberts joined the Steelers on a two-year deal ahead of the 2023 campaign, and he topped 100 tackles for a second consecutive season. He led the team in tackles by a significant margin, as no other Steelers had over 68 tackles. Roberts will presumably remain in Pittsburgh in 2024 and should have a chance to play a prominent role once again.
Jan 11, 2024
Practices in full
Roberts (pectoral) was a full participant in Thursday's practice, Teresa Varley of the Steelers' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Roberts has been battling a pectoral injury over the last week or so, but after a full practice session Thursday, it seems as if he's been able to move past the issue. The eighth-year linebacker has recorded 101 total tackles, including 10 tackles for loss in 16 appearances this season, and he'll look to add to those totals in Sunday's wild-card outing in Buffalo.
Jan 10, 2024
Records limited practice Wednesday
Roberts (pectoral) was a limited participant in practice Wednesday, Teresa Varley of the team's official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Roberts suffered a pectoral injury Week 16 versus Cincinnati, and the issue appears to still be lingering. The eight-year vet sat out Week 17 due to the injury but was able to return for the Steelers' season finale against Baltimore, though he was limited to just 39 percent of the team's defensive snaps. Pittsburgh coach Mike Tomlin said Tuesday that Roberts is expected to play in Sunday's wild-card game versus Buffalo, per Dale Lolley of the Steelers' official site.
Jan 6, 2024
Good to go
Roberts (pectoral) will play in Saturday's game versus the Ravens, Teresa Varley of the Steelers' official website reports.
ANALYSIS
Roberts was a limited participant at practice throughout the week and considered a true game-time decision. He is apparently feeling well enough to give it a go, so look for him to take on his usual workload at linebacker assuming he avoids any setbacks.
Jan 4, 2024
Gets questionable tag
Roberts (pectoral) is listed as questionable for Saturday's game at Baltimore, Brooke Pryor of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Roberts was a limited participant at practice Wednesday and Thursday, so it's possible his availability will be in question until the Steelers are required to list their inactive players 90 minutes prior to kickoff Saturday. If Roberts is one of those inactive players in Week 18, Mykal Walker and Myles Jack figure to start at linebacker against the Ravens.
Jan 2, 2024
Estimated as non-participant
Roberts (pectoral) was listed as a non-participant on the Steelers' practice estimate Tuesday, Brooke Pryor of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Roberts sat out of Sunday's win at Seattle due to a pectoral injury, and now his availability for Week 18 is in doubt. He'll probably need to practice Wednesday or Thursday to have a chance to play Saturday.
Dec 26, 2023
Won't play Week 17
Coach Mike Tomlin said Tuesday that Roberts (pectoral) will not play Sunday against the Seahawks, Dale Lolley of the Steelers' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Roberts was injured against Cincinnati. Being ruled out this early in the week would suggest the veteran linebacker is dealing with a significant injury. The Steelers already have three linebackers on injured reserve. Mykal Walker and Myles Jack finished the Week 16 soaking up the snaps.
Dec 23, 2023
Does not finish game
Roberts was ruled out Saturday's win over the Bengals due to a pectoral injury that will warrant an MRI, Ray Fittipaldo of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.
ANALYSIS
Roberts left the lockerrom in a sling, and it seems like a formality the veteran will need an MRI to find the extent of the damage. He had five tackles prior to leaving the game with the injury leaving Mykal Walker to finish with a team-lead in tackles (eight) while Roberts prominent substitution, Myles Jack, tallied six tackles and a sack.
Dec 18, 2023
Steelers' leading tackler at Indy
Roberts recorded nine tackles (eight solo) in Saturday's 30-13 loss at Indianapolis.
ANALYSIS
Roberts managed eight-plus total tackles for the seventh time this season through 14 games, aided in part by the Colts' 34 rushing attempts Saturday. The Bengals aren't likely to run quite as much in Week 16, but Roberts is still on the IDP radar.
Dec 14, 2023
Cleared from injury report
Roberts (groin) logged a full practice Thursday and will play Saturday against the Colts, Brooke Pryor of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Roberts progressed from DNP to limited to full participant as the practice week unfolded, setting him up to be cleared to take the field in Week 15. The 31-year-old should be able to handle his usual workload as a starting inside linebacker against Indianapolis.
Dec 13, 2023
Limited practice Wednesday
Roberts (groin) was a limited participant at the Steelers' practice Wednesday, Teresa Varley of the team's official website reports.
ANALYSIS
Roberts did not participate at practice Tuesday, but his limited session Wednesday is a step in the right direction for his chances to play Saturday versus the Colts. The interior linebacker played through the injury in Week 14 versus the Patriots, recording six tackles, including a sack.
Dec 8, 2023
Produces sack in loss
Roberts recorded six tackles (two solo), including a sack, while also deflecting a pass in Thursday's 21-18 loss to New England.
ANALYSIS
Roberts was able to break through the Patriots' offensive line and corral Bailey Zappe in the second quarter for his first sack since Week 8. The 29-year-old is the lone survivor from Pittsburgh's interior linebacker group from Week 1 and he has compiled 86 tackles, including 2.5 sacks, while deflecting two passes over 13 games this season.
Dec 7, 2023
Active Thursday
Roberts (groin) is active for Thursday night's game against the Patriots, Mike DeFabo of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
The linebacker was a limited participant in Tuesday's practice after injuring his groin in Week 13 against the Cardinals. Roberts has 80 tackles, including 1.5 sacks, in 2023.
Dec 5, 2023
Gets back on field
Roberts (groin) was a limited participant during Tuesday's walkthrough practice, Teresa Varley of the Steelers' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Roberts logged a DNP on Monday's estimate, so this would seemingly be a step in the right direction for the veteran linebacker. However, with only one more day to prepare before the Patriots arrive for a Thursday matchup, the 29-year-old's status is still very much in question for Week 14.
Dec 4, 2023
Status for Thursday in question
Roberts (groin) is considered questionable for Thursday's game against the Patriots, Alan Saunders of SteelersNow.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Roberts suffered the injury in Sunday's loss to the Cardinals, and although he attempted to return to the game, he ultimately had to exit again and did not return. With the team on a short week, it may be an uphill battle for the veteran linebacker to suit against New England in Week 14.
Dec 3, 2023
Returns then exits
Roberts (groin) has been ruled out for the remainder of Sunday's game against the Cardinals, Gerry Dulac of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.
ANALYSIS
Roberts left the game and returned, but ultimately aggravated the injury, according to Brooke Pryor of ESPN.com, before being ruled out. Mark Robinson has stepped in for the veteran linebacker.
Dec 3, 2023
Leaves with groin issue
Roberts (groin) is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Cardinals, Brooke Pryor of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Roberts is in the blue tent on the Steelers' sideline, and he's getting looked at by the team's medical staff. For the time being, in a Pittsburgh linebacker corps that's already extremely depleted by injuries, Kyron Johnson should see more work on the team's defense.
Nov 28, 2023
Leads team in tackles
Roberts recorded six tackles (four solo) in Sunday's 16-10 win over the Bengals.
ANALYSIS
Roberts once again led the team in tackles in Week 12, though the numbers weren't as eye-popping. With Cole Holcomb (knee) and Kwon Alexander (Achilles) both done for the season, the interior linebacker has a clear path to a productive conclusion to the 2023 campaign.
Nov 20, 2023
Records career-high 15 tackles
Roberts recorded 15 tackles (11 solo) and two TFLs in Sunday's loss to the Browns.
ANALYSIS
Sunday was Roberts' 117th career game, and the 15 tackles were the most he's ever had in a contest during his eight-year career. Roberts also played 100 percent of the defensive snaps. On the season, Roberts has 71 tackles (47 solo), eight TFLs, 1.5 sacks, four QB hits and one pass breakup.
Nov 10, 2023
Good to go
Roberts (knee) is not listed on the Steelers' final injury report ahead of Sunday's matchup with the Packers.
ANALYSIS
Roberts bounced back from a DNP Thursday with a full workload to close out the week. As a result, he looks in line to take on his usual workload at inside linebacker alongside Kwon Alexander assuming he avoids any setbacks.
Nov 8, 2023
Limited Wednesday
Roberts (knee) was limited in Wednesday's practice.
ANALYSIS
The veteran linebacker has appeared in all eight games to begin the season, seeing action on 40 percent of the Steelers' defensive snaps and 37 percent on special teams. In total, Roberts has recorded 48 tackles (30 solo), five TFLs, four QB hits, and 1.5 sacks.
Nov 4, 2023
Should see more playing time
Roberts recorded nine tackles in Thursday's 20-16 win over the Titans.
ANALYSIS
Roberts was on the field for only 51 percent of defensive snaps, yet he still managed to lead the Steelers in tackles. It was his highest number of stops since Week 4. It's also like that Robrets sees an expanded role moving forward with Cole Holcomb (knee) sidelined for the rest of the campaign.
Oct 31, 2023
Records first sack of 2023 Sunday
Roberts had five tackles (four solo) including 1.5 sacks in Sunday's 20-10 loss to the Jaguars.
ANALYSIS
Roberts had his first sack since Week 17 of the 2022 season. He played 30 defensive snaps Sunday, which is the second most he's played this season as he works behind Cole Holcomb and Kwon Alexander at inside linebacker.
Oct 2, 2023
Second on team in tackles
Roberts registered 10 tackles (five solo) in Sunday's 30-6 loss to the Texans.
ANALYSIS
Roberts played in 40 defensive snaps Sunday, his highest mark since Week 1 against the 49ers when he was on the field for 28 defensive snaps. The fact he was second in tackles despite playing just 58 percent of snaps on defense is impressive. The Steelers will look for that efficiency in Week 5 when they take on the Ravens at home.
Sep 20, 2023
Not on injury report
Roberts (neck) was not on the Steelers' injury report Wednesday, Mike DeFabo of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Roberts suffered a neck stinger in the team's 26-22 win over the Browns on Monday night, but he appears ready to go ahead of Pittsburgh's Week 3 matchup with the Raiders on Sunday night. The linebacker has recorded 10 tackles over his first two contests with the Steelers.
Sep 19, 2023
Suffers stinger
Roberts suffered a neck stinger during Monday's 26-22 win over the Browns, Brooke Pryor of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Roberts recorded two tackles before exiting with the injury and his status for Week 3 against the Raiders will likely remain up in the air throughout the week. If he's unable to play, Mark Robinson would likely step into the primary reserve role at inside linebacker.
Mar 16, 2023
Signing with Steelers
Pittsburgh is signing Roberts to a two-year contract Thursday, Cameron Wolfe of NFL Network reports.
ANALYSIS
Roberts racked up career numbers with the Dolphins last season, surpassing the century mark in terms of tackles while notching 4.5 sacks in 17 regular-season games. Heading into his age-29 season, Roberts seems like an ideal fit to shore up a key role in Pittsburgh's linebacker corps.
Feb 13, 2023
Career numbers in contract year
Roberts racked up 102 tackles (68 solo) and 4.5 sacks across 17 regular-season games with the Dolphins in 2022.
ANALYSIS
Roberts eclipsed 100 tackles for the first time in his career while also notching a new high in terms of sacks while on a one-year deal with Miami in 2022, so it's conceivable that new defensive coordinator Vic Fangio could want him back for 2023. The 28-year-old has spent the last three seasons with the Dolphins and would bring some veteran consistency to a relatively young linebacker corps if re-signed.
Jan 3, 2023
Notches another sack Week 17
Roberts posted 10 tackles (seven solo), including one sack, in Sunday's 23-21 defeat versus New England.
ANALYSIS
Roberts matched his season high in tackles while also logging his second sack in as many games. This sack also ended the Patriots first drive of the second quarter, as the 28-year-old linebacker brought down quarterback Mac Jones for a 12-yard loss on third down. Roberts also logged one of his seven solo tackles on special teams, and he has played 113 of his 729 total snaps in this phase over 16 games. He has now accumulated career highs in both tackles (103) and sacks (4.5) this season.
Dec 27, 2022
Records sack Sunday
Roberts registered seven tackles (four solo) and one sack in Sunday's 26-20 loss to the Packers.
ANALYSIS
Roberts once again played a prominent role in Miami's defensive game plan this past weekend, as he recorded his first sack since Week 12 to go along with seven stops. The veteran now has a team-leading and career-high 94 tackles throughout the 2022-23 campaign, while he's also already corralled the most sacks (3.5) in any one season of his seven-year NFL tenure.
Dec 4, 2022
Returns to start second half
Roberts (calf) has returned to Sunday's game against the 49ers, David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.
ANALYSIS
Roberts left the game in the first half due to a calf injury but was back on the field to start the second half. He recorded one tackle before exiting.
Dec 4, 2022
Exits early
Roberts has left Sunday's game against the 49ers with a calf injury.
ANALYSIS
Roberts' exit will leave a hole at inside linebacker for the Dolphins. While he is out of the game, Sam Eguavoen and Duke Riley are candidates to see extra work.
Nov 29, 2022
Another team-leading tackle outing
Roberts recorded nine tackles (eight solo) and one sack during Sunday's 30-15 win over the Texans.
ANALYSIS
Although Roberts played just 49 percent of Miami's defensive snaps in Week 12, he led his club in stops for the third consecutive game. The 28-year-old linebacker continues to display solid productivity in his rotational role, and he'll look to do so again this weekend versus the 49ers.
Nov 14, 2022
Paces team in tackles Sunday
Roberts recorded seven tackles (six solo) during Sunday's 39-17 win over the Browns.
ANALYSIS
Roberts finished as the Dolphins' leading tackle despite playing just a season-low 40 percent of the team's defensive snaps. The 28-year-old inside linebacker has now logged 372 of his 433 total snaps on defense this season, so it's likely his limited playing time Sunday was largely due to the blowout nature of this win. Roberts should continue to serve as one of Miami's top tacklers against the Texans following the team's Week 11 bye.
Nov 7, 2022
Game-high nine stops in win
Roberts recorded nine tackles (five solo) during Sunday's 35-32 win over the Bears.
ANALYSIS
Roberts led both squads with nine stops in Sunday's matchup versus Chicago, bringing his tackle total up to 55 through Miami's first nine weeks of the 2022 campaign. The 28-year-old also played a season-high 53 snaps this past weekend, and he'll look to compile yet another solid effort when the team hosts Cleveland on Sunday.
Oct 18, 2022
Solid effort in loss
Roberts notched seven tackles (three solo) and 1.5 sacks in Sunday's 24-16 loss to the Vikings.
ANALYSIS
Roberts had gone without a sack through Miami's first six games of the season, though solid tackling numbers had kept him on the IDP radar. Sunday's performance puts Roberts in solid position to overcome his previous career-best sack total, which he set with two back in 2017 with the Patriots.
Sep 26, 2022
Not on estimated injury report
Roberts (quadriceps) was not listed on the Dolphins' estimated injury report Monday.
ANALYSIS
Roberts was forced to exit with a quadriceps injury during Sunday's 21-19 against Buffalo. Though Miami did not hold a full practice Monday, the 28-year-old linebacker appears to have moved past this issue. Roberts recorded 17 tackles from Weeks 1 through 3, and he should put up productive numbers when healthy moving forward.
Sep 25, 2022
Left with injury
Roberts suffered a quadriceps injury in the Dolphins 21-19 win over the Bills on Sunday.
ANALYSIS
Roberts suffered the injury late in the game, and the severity of his injury is still unknown. He was able to record eight tackles before exiting the contest.
Mar 15, 2022
Joins Miami via one-year deal
Robert agreed to a one-year, $3.25 million contract with the Dolphins on Tuesday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
ANALYSIS
Over the last two seasons in Miami, Roberts has totaled 144 tackles (74 solo), four pass deflections, two forced fumbles and one interception across 30 appearances. He figures to garner a similar role during the 2022 campaign.
Oct 26, 2021
Season-high stops
Roberts had seven tackles (five solo) during Sunday's 30-28 loss to the Falcons.
ANALYSIS
Roberts racked up production as a run stopper versus Atlanta, but he still sits at just 31 tackles (19 solo) through seven games. Though he does also offer modest upside in coverage, Roberts lacks the sort of ceiling that fantasy managers covet in IDP formats. He can best be considered a fill-in fantasy option.
Sep 29, 2021
First career interception
Roberts recorded three tackles and one interception in Sunday's Week 3 loss to the Raiders.
ANALYSIS
Roberts recorded his first-career interception midway through the first quarter and then returned the pick for an 85-yard touchdown. The rest of his performance wasn't as positive, as he committed an unnecessary roughness penalty that got the Las Vegas away from its own goal line on a drive that ultimately ended in a touchdown late in the second quarter. Roberts has been a part-time player on defense for the Dolphins, and he has 10 total tackles in three games this season.
Aug 19, 2021
Activated from PUP list
The Dolphins activated Roberts (knee) from the PUP list Thursday, Joe Schad of The Palm Beach Post reports.
ANALYSIS
Roberts spent a significant portion of training camp on the PUP list, but he's now managed to pass his physical and can return to practice. If the Dolphins opt to ease Roberts back into action, though, he could still end up missing Saturday's preseason contest against Atlanta.
Jul 28, 2021
Starting camp on PUP list
Roberts (knee) was placed on the PUP list Wednesday, Adam H. Beasley of the Miami Herald reports.
ANALYSIS
Roberts still hasn't progressed enough in his recovery from offseason surgery to resume practicing. The rotational linebacker should still be in line to make Miami's roster if he can return to full health soon, but his spot could be in jeopardy if it becomes unclear that he'll be ready for Week 1.
Jun 28, 2021
Observing minicamp
Roberts wasn't an active participant during mandatory minicamp, Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald reports.
ANALYSIS
Roberts is still on the mend after undergoing offseason surgery, and he remains without a concrete timetable for a return. As Jackson points out, Roberts is expected to make the roster, but the Dolphins turn elsewhere if he isn't at full strength by August.
May 17, 2021
Recovering from surgery
Roberts declined to say Monday whether he will fully recover from his recent knee surgery by Week 1, Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald reports.
ANALYSIS
Roberts' recovery timetable remains undisclosed. He appears to have undergone offseason surgery to address the injury that caused him to be carted off the field during Miami's regular-season finale in 2020. When healthy Roberts will play a rotational role in the Dolphins' linebacker corps.
Mar 26, 2021
Staying in Miami
The Dolphins re-signed Roberts (knee).
ANALYSIS
After being carted off the field with a knee injury during Week 16's game, Roberts was forced to miss the final contest of 2020. Prior to his injury, Roberts recorded 61 tackles (29 solo), 1.5 sacks and a forced fumble in 13 games. Once healthy, the 26-year-old will likely continue his prominent role with Miami's linebacker corps.
Dec 31, 2020
Placed on IR
The Dolphins placed Roberts (knee) on injured reserve Thursday.
ANALYSIS
Roberts isn't expected to return this season, even in the event that the Dolphins secure a playoff berth and go on a run. Kamu Grugier-Hill will be a candidate to see a sharp uptick in defensive snaps with Roberts out.
Dec 30, 2020
Likely done for the year
Roberts (knee) is expected to miss the remainder of the 2020 season, Cameron Wolfe of ESPN reports.
ANALYSIS
Roberts has been a key piece of Miami's rushing defense this season, but it looks like he won't be available Week 17 or for any potential postseason action. Through 13 games, Roberts notched 61 tackles (29 solo), 1.5 sacks, one forced fumble and one fumble recovery.
Dec 26, 2020
Out with knee injury
Roberts won't return to Saturday's game against the Raiders due to a knee injury.
ANALYSIS
The 26-year-old sustained the injury during the second half and was carted off the field. Kamu Grugier-Hill should see increased defensive snaps with Roberts sidelined.
Dec 20, 2020
All clear Sunday
Roberts (chest) is officially active for Sunday's game against the Patriots.
ANALYSIS
Roberts missed last week's game against the Chiefs with the chest issue, but after practicing in a limited capacity this week, he gained the medical clearance needed to play. The Dolphins' linebacking corps will be a full strength for the contest, as Roberts, Jerome Baker (back) and Kyle Van Noy (hip) are all active.
Dec 18, 2020
Status uncertain for Sunday
Roberts (chest) is questionable for Sunday's game versus the Patriots, Armando Salguero of the Miami Herald reports.
ANALYSIS
Roberts missed last week's loss to the Chiefs. He made progress by staying on the practice field all week, albeit in a limited capacity. Meanwhile, fellow starting linebacker Jerome Baker (knee) is also questionable. Calvin Munson and Kamu Grugier-Hill are the likely replacements if neither Roberts nor Baker can play Sunday.
Dec 13, 2020
Inactive for Week 14
Roberts won't play in Sunday's game against the Chiefs due to a chest injury.
ANALYSIS
Roberts suffered the chest injury in the first quarter of last week's win over the Bengals, and the injury will force him to miss more time. The Miami linebacking corps are a bit thin Sunday, as Kyle Van Noy (hip) joined Roberts on the inactives list. In Roberts' stead, look for an increased role given to Calvin Munson and Kamu Grugier-Hill at inside linebacker for Sunday's game.
Dec 11, 2020
Questionable for Week 14
Roberts (chest) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Chiefs, Safid Deen of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.
ANALYSIS
Roberts left in the first quarter of last week's win over the Bengals due to this injury, and it's still unclear if he'll be able to play through it a week later. Calvin Munson would see more snaps at inside linebacker if Roberts is ultimately ruled out.
Dec 6, 2020
Leaves game Sunday
Roberts is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Bengals due to a chest injury, Adam H. Beasley of the Miami Herald reports.
ANALYSIS
The specifics of the injury remain unclear, but Roberts was forced to leave the game in the first quarter. The Houston product has been an important part of the interior of the defense this season, racking up 50 tackles (25 solo) and 1.5 sacks through 10 games. As long as Roberts is sidelined, look for Calvin Munson and Kamu Gruiger-Hill to see an uptick in snaps.
Nov 4, 2020
Starts week with full practice
Roberts (elbow) practiced fully Wednesday, Armando Salguero of the Miami Herald reports.
ANALYSIS
Roberts picked up an elbow injury in last week's win over the Rams, but it's evidently not bothering him any longer. The starting linebacker should be out there Sunday against the Cardinals.
Nov 1, 2020
Suffers elbow injury
Roberts is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Rams.
ANALYSIS
The 26-year-old had one tackle for a loss before exiting during the first half. Kamu Grugier-Hill could have an increased role while Roberts is unavailable.
Oct 5, 2020
Team-high tackles in loss
Roberts notched nine tackles (six solo) and one forced fumble during Sunday's 31-23 loss to the Seahawks.
ANALYSIS
Roberts only played 51 percent of defensive snaps, even with Shaq Lawson (hip) being forced out Sunday, but he managed to rack up serviceable IDP numbers even with limited playing time. He also had seven total tackles Week 3, and the Dolphins are set to face a run-heavy opponent at San Francisco in Week 5.
Sep 23, 2020
Good to go for Thursday's game
Roberts (concussion) practiced in full for a third straight day Wednesday and doesn't carry an injury designation into Thursday's game against the Jaguars, Adam Beasley of the Miami Herald reports.
ANALYSIS
Roberts should be firing on all cylinders in Week 3 after practicing without limitations throughout the week. He seems to be fully over the concussion he suffered in the season opener, which kept him out of last week's loss to the Bills.
Sep 21, 2020
Full speed on practice estimate
Roberts (concussion) was listed as a full participant on Monday's practice estimate, Armando Salguero of the Miami Herald reports.
ANALYSIS
While Roberts hasn't cleared the league's concussion protocol, he's on track to play in Thursday's game versus the Jaguars. Expect him to be fully cleared soon, and he should be a starting inside linebacker for the prime-time game.
Sep 18, 2020
Out Week 2
Roberts (concussion) was ruled out for Sunday's game against the Bills, Cameron Wolfe of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Roberts played 40 defensive snaps and had four tackles before suffering the concussion in the season opener. The Dolphins have a short turnaround for Week 3 as they play the Jaguars on Thursday, so the 26-year-old won't have much additional time to clear the concussion protocol. Kamu Grufier-Hill is likely to have an increased role alongside Jerome Baker in his absence Week 2.
Sep 16, 2020
Misses practice with concussion
Roberts (concussion) missed practice Wednesday, Hal Habib of The Palm Beach Post reports.
ANALYSIS
The former Patriots linebacker made four tackles against his old team in Week 1, but it looks like he also picked up an injury in his Dolphins debut. He'll need to ramp up his practice participation to suit up against the Bills in Week 2.
Mar 18, 2020
Heads to Miami
Roberts agreed to terms on a contract with the Dolphins on Wednesday, Cameron Wolfe of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Roberts handled a rotational role in New England's linebacker corps last season. He now joins Kyle Van Noy and Ted Karras as former Patriots set to reunite with coach Brian Flores in Miami. Flores previously worked with Roberts during his tenure as New England's defensive coordinator.