Steelers Release Veteran Lowry, Roberts Ahead of Roster

The Pittsburgh Steelers have begun trimming their roster to the 53-player limit, releasing veteran defensive lineman Dean Lowry and veteran inside linebacker Elandon Roberts amid the cuts. Lowry, 31, joined the Steelers in 2023 and appeared in 12 games last season with modest production, as Pittsburgh looks to reshuffle the trenches. Roberts, a durable, vested veteran with a long NFL resume, was released after signing a one-year deal, signaling another shakeup at inside linebacker as the team contends with depth at that position. Because Roberts is a vested veteran, he won’t be subject to waivers, leaving open the possibility of a return to the Steelers via practice squad or a backdoor re-signing arrangement, though his future is uncertain. The moves are part of a broader, early-round wave of cuts as the Steelers finalize their 53-man roster, with questions remaining about who will fill key linebacker roles on defense. This wave leaves the Steelers facing continued evaluation of their linebacker and front-seven depth heading into the regular season.