Michael Roberts (American football)

Michael Lorenzo Roberts (born May 7, 1994) is an American football tight end who is currently a free agent. He played college football at Toledo.

Detroit Lions
The Detroit Lions selected Roberts in the fourth round (127th overall) of the 2017 NFL Draft.

On May 12, 2017, the Lions signed Roberts to a four-year, $3.00 million contract with a signing bonus of $603,136. In Week 4, against the Minnesota Vikings, he recorded his first career catch, a 15-yard reception.

In 2018, Roberts played in eight games with two starts, recording nine catches for 100 yards and three touchdowns. He was placed on injured reserve on December 11, 2018 with a shoulder injury.

On June 13, 2019, the Lions agreed to trade Roberts to the New England Patriots for a 2020 conditional seventh-round pick. Two days later, the trade was voided before becoming official, and Roberts was subsequently waived by the Lions.

Green Bay Packers
On June 17, 2019, Roberts was claimed off waivers by the Green Bay Packers, but was waived two days later after failing his physical.