History of Robert Spillane in Timeline
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.
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.
