Steelers Depot · Feb 22, 2022
2022 Free Agents Analysis: ILB Robert Spillane – Restricted
Player: Robert Spillane
Position: Inside Linebacker
Experience: 3 Years
Free Agent Status: Restricted
2021 Salary Cap Hit: $850,000
2021 Season Breakdown:
Entering his third season with the Pittsburgh Steelers, Robert Spillane was preparing for a starting role before the team suddenly threw a curve ball his way with the trade acquisition of Joe Schobert, a longtime veteran starter and even a former Pro Bowler.
With Vince Williams retiring just before the start of training camp, it looked like the path was clear for Spillane to settle into the buck role next to Devin Bush, after playing in Bush’s mack spot for much of the previous season when Bush tore his ACL.
