The noise produced by the spectators is like to having an additional player on the pitch. By demoralizing the opposition, it makes it easier for the Yinzers to intimidate them. Current Steelers linebacker Elandon Roberts feels the opposite way; he thrives on the animosity, but quarterback Ben Roethlisberger enjoys having the fans cheer for him and trying to divert the opposition. He recently discussed his time playing in Pittsburgh with Donny Football on The Elandon Roberts Show on 93.7 The Fan.
On his route to the Steel City, Roberts, who was first selected by the New England Patriots in the 2016 NFL Draft, also made a stop at the Miami Dolphins. Prior to the 2023 season, he inked a two-year contract with the Steelers. He expressed admiration for the Steelers supporters’
Roberts finished his rookie season with the Steelers with 101 tackles and 2.5 sacks. He joined a room of inside linebackers that had endured years of injury struggles. Roberts was forced to step up even more and assist after Cole Holcomb and Kwon Alexander suffered injuries that ended their seasons in 2023. When the Steelers go to Mile High City to play the Denver Broncos in Week 2, Roberts and the defense will be hoping that the crowd is once again in favor of them.
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