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Robert Spillane

John Robert Spillane is a professional American football linebacker currently playing for the Las Vegas Raiders in the NFL. Before his professional career, he played college football at Western Michigan University.

1953: Grandfather Won Heisman Trophy

In 1953, Spillane's grandfather, Johnny Lattner, won the Heisman Trophy.

December 14, 1995: John Robert Spillane Born

On December 14, 1995, John Robert Spillane was born. He later became a professional football linebacker.

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May 14, 2018: Signed with Tennessee Titans

On May 14, 2018, Spillane signed with the Tennessee Titans as an undrafted free agent.

October 9, 2018: Promoted to Titans Active Roster

On October 9, 2018, Spillane was promoted to the Titans active roster.

October 29, 2018: Waived by the Titans

On October 29, 2018, Spillane was waived by the Tennessee Titans.

February 8, 2019: Signed by Pittsburgh Steelers

On February 8, 2019, Spillane was signed by the Pittsburgh Steelers.

August 31, 2019: Waived by the Steelers

On August 31, 2019, Spillane was waived by the Pittsburgh Steelers.

September 24, 2019: Released by the Steelers

On September 24, 2019, Spillane was released from the Steelers but re-signed later.

October 18, 2020: Replaced injured Devin Bush Jr.

On October 18, 2020, Spillane replaced the injured Devin Bush Jr. during the game against the Cleveland Browns, finishing with 5 tackles.

December 12, 2020: Placed on Injured Reserve

On December 12, 2020, Spillane was placed on injured reserve.

January 9, 2021: Activated from Injured Reserve

On January 9, 2021, Spillane was activated from injured reserve.

March 24, 2021: Re-signed with the Steelers

On March 24, 2021, Spillane re-signed with the Steelers on a one-year contract.

March 11, 2022: Steelers Placed Restricted Free Agent Tender

On March 11, 2022, the Steelers placed a restricted free agent tender on Spillane.

2022: Finished the season with 79 total tackles

In 2022, Spillane finished with 79 total tackles, one sack, and four passes defended.

March 16, 2023: Signed with the Las Vegas Raiders

On March 16, 2023, Spillane signed a two-year contract with the Las Vegas Raiders.