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Practices fully Wednesday Spillane (ankle) was able to practice fully for the Steelers on Wednesday, Ray Fittipaldo of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.

Impact Spillane suffered an ankle injury in Monday's win over the Bears, and coach Mike Tomlin stated the injury isn't considered serious. After recording a full practice Wednesday, Spillane should be able to suit up Sunday against the Lions. If the linebacker suffers any setbacks before Week 10, expect Buddy Johnson to see an increased role behind Joe Schobert.

NOVEMBER 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up injury Monday Spillane (ankle) was injured during the Steelers' win over the Bears on Monday, Teresa Varley of the Steelers' official site reports.

Impact Spillane's injury is not believed to be serious and was considered minor bumps and bruises by head coach Mike Tomlin. He'll try to return to the field for practice this week before a Week 10 game against the Lions.

NOVEMBER 9, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Bush's Push: A year after ACL injury, Steelers LB evolving

Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Devin Bush is still searching for consistency a year removed from ACL surgery in his left knee

OCTOBER 28, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Despite changes, Steelers' running game still in neutral

The Pittsburgh Steelers revamped their offensive line during the offseason hoping to jump-start their running game

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Racks up 10 tackles Spillane recorded 10 tackles (eight solo) in Sunday's 26-17 loss to the Raiders.

Impact Spillane was unavailable for last week's season opener due to a shin injury that he sustained in warmups, but he had a large role in his season debut. He served as a starter in Week 2 with Devin Bush (groin) sidelined, and he tied for the team lead in tackles against Las Vegas.

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Steelers Press Conference (Week 2 vs Raiders): Cameron Heyward, Robert Spillane, Minkah Fitzpatrick

SEPTEMBER 19, 2021 • YOUTUBE

Steelers fans sound off after controversial penalty on Robert Spillane A controversial call may have cost the Steelers on Sunday against the Las Vegas Raiders. The play came early in the second quarter, when lin...

SEPTEMBER 19, 2021 • POST-GAZETTE.COM

Puts in full practice Spillane (shin) was a full participant at Thursday's practice, Dale Lolley of DKPittsburghSports.com reports.

Impact Spillane was a surprise inactive for Week 1 due to a shin injury suffered during warmups, but it doesn't appear to have been a serious issue. The acquisition of Joe Schobert should have Spillane working in a reserve role for Pittsburgh.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Steelers rally to beat Bills 23-16 to open season

Ben Roethlisberger and the Steelers’ new-look offense overcame a slow start, Ulysees Gilbert returned a blocked punt 9 yards for a touchdown and Pittsburgh rallied to a season-open...

SEPTEMBER 12, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Late scratch, inactive Spillane (shin) will be inactive for Week 1 against the Bills after picking up an injury during warmups, Brooke Pryor of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Spillane was expected to be part of the 53-man roster for the season opener but will be a late scratch after picking up the ailment during warmups. He joins a list of inactive players that also features Dwayne Haskins, Isaiahh Loudermilk, Ahkello Witherspoon and Rashaad Coward.

SEPTEMBER 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Going on one last run, Steelers retool around Roethlisberger

The defending AFC North champion Pittsburgh Steelers have their work cut out if they want to return to the playoffs

SEPTEMBER 1, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Darnold throws 2 TDs, Panthers smother Steelers backups 34-9

Sam Darnold completed 19 of 25 passes for 162 yards and two touchdowns, and the Carolina Panthers defeated the Pittsburgh Steelers 34-9 in the preseason finale for both teams

AUGUST 28, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Steelers land their man, acquire playmaking LB Schobert

The Pittsburgh Steelers have acquired linebacker Joe Schobert from the rebuilding Jacksonville Jaguars for a 2022 sixth-round pick

AUGUST 15, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Steelers rally behind Haskins to beat Eagles 24-16

Dwayne Haskins continued his push for the backup quarterback spot

AUGUST 13, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

AP source: Rebuilding Jags trade LB Joe Schobert to Steelers

A person familiar with the deal says the Jacksonville Jaguars have agreed to trade linebacker Joe Schobert to the Pittsburgh Steelers

AUGUST 13, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Rookie Harris' task: Improve Steelers' NFL-worst run game

Najee Harris was drafted to improve the Pittsburgh Steelers' NFL-worst rushing attack

AUGUST 3, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Likely in line for starting role Spillane could be in line for a starting role at inside linebacker this season following Vince Williams' retirement Wednesday, Joe Rutter of the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review reports.

Impact Spillane and Williams were expected to compete for snaps during training camp, but the former could now be the clear starter as he prepares for his fourth season in Pittsburgh. The Western Michigan standout totaled 45 tackles (39 solo), two sacks, an interception, a fumble recovery and a touchdown across 12 games last season before he missed the Steelers' final four games with a knee injury.

JULY 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Instead of replacing Devin Bush, Robert Spillane ready to join him in middle of Steelers defense The tackle that introduced Robert Spillane to Steeler Nation provided a memory that he has carried well beyond the 2020 season. It was his h...

JUNE 12, 2021 • TRIBLIVE.COM

Steelers ILB Robert Spillane says his strength is in pass coverage, even of WRs NFL Network once referred to Robert Spillane matching up against a slot wide receiver as “a sportscar versus a pickup truck.” Spillane made...

MARCH 29, 2021 • TRIBLIVE.COM

Re-signs in Pittsburgh Spillane signed a one-year contract with Pittsburgh on Wednesday, Missi Matthews of the Steelers' official site reports.

Impact The Steelers tendered Spillane earlier this month, so it was all but a given that he would be back with the team in 2021. After being thrust into the starting lineup on seven occasions after injuries piled up at linebacker last season, Spillane has proven himself as a capable depth piece going forward.

MARCH 24, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Steelers officially have inside linebacker Robert Spillane back for next season Robert Spillane, who burst onto the scene as an answer at linebacker for the Steelers last year in the wake of a season-ending injury to Dev...

MARCH 24, 2021 • POST-GAZETTE.COM

Tendered by Steelers The Steelers extended Spillane a free-agent tender Saturday, Brooke Pryor of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Spillane suited up 12 games for the Steelers in 2020, and he made seven starts after injuries piled up. Over 378 snaps, Spillane registered 45 tackles, four pass breakups, two sacks and a pick-six. The Steelers like his potential and believe he can provide sturdy depth in 2021.

MARCH 13, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Steelers reportedly tender ERFA linebacker Robert Spillane Steelers took care of an important order of business by tendering Spillane on Saturday.

MARCH 13, 2021 • USATODAY.COM

Robert Spillane returning for the Steelers is best news this week There may be no bigger news this week than Robert Spillane returning to the Steelers roster. The Steelers seemingly unearthed a gem this yea...

JANUARY 9, 2021 • STILLCURTAIN.COM

Robert Spillane and Matt Feiler activated from injured reserve; expected to start the playoff game vs. the Browns Tight end Kevin Rader is elevated from the practice squad to the active roster for the playoff game.

JANUARY 9, 2021 • POST-GAZETTE.COM