Anderson joined the Steelers on a one-year contract last offseason but only appeared in four regular season games due to an injury. The former UDFA has appeared in 50 games over his career, making 14 starts while playing primarily at left tackle. Anderson did not start for the Steelers in his four appearances last season and will likely serve as added depth along the line on his new deal.

Anderson’s signing comes days after rookie right tackle Troy Fautanu suffered a dislocated kneecap in practice, ending his season. Anderson is a four-year veteran of the league who has started in 14 of the 46 games he’s appeared in. He played in five games with the Patriots last season but didn’t play another snap after Week 6. He’s likely more of a depth signing at this time as the Steelers look to re-work their line with Fautanu now out for the season.

With RT Riley Reiff sidelined, Anderson started the first two games for the Patriots but hasn’t played since. Going on IR means Anderson will miss the next four weeks before he’s eligible to return.

Mike Klis reports the deal is "about $1.5 million" in guarantees. Anderson had been ticketed for restricted free agency. As of this signing he's the clear right tackle option for the Broncos with Cameron Fleming and Bobby Massie set for free agency, but expect that to change and for Anderson to be more of a swing tackle in 2022.