ALEX HIGHSMITH NEWS

Steelers OC Matt Canada: 'I need to do better'

Pittsburgh Steelers offensive coordinator Matt Canada says he needs to do a better job

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

'We're not panicking'; Steelers regrouping after loss

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger says his team isn't panicking after a loss to Las Vegas

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Roethlisberger, Watt among growing list of Steelers injuries

The Pittsburgh Steelers are banged up heading into a Week 3 visit by Cincinnati

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Groin injury resurfaces Highsmith (groin) was back on the Steelers' injury report Tuesday, Brooke Pryor of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Highsmith had been dealing with a groin injury during training camp, but he was removed from the injury report ahead of Week 1 and logged 88 defensive snaps over the first two weeks of the season. It's a bit concerning that the 24-year-old's groin injury has resurfaced, but it may just be a minor issue that he has to deal with throughout the season. Highsmith played in all 16 games as a rookie and registered 48 tackles, two sacks and one interception.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Steelers upend expectations with decisive victory in Buffalo

The Pittsburgh Steelers showed they're not quite ready to fade into the background by rallying past Buffalo in their season opener

SEPTEMBER 13, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Expected to play Sunday Highsmith (groin) will play in Sunday's season opener against Buffalo, Steelers Director of Communications Burt Lauten reports.

Impact Highsmith was originally listed as questionable with a groin injury, but the linebacker was removed from the status report Saturday. The 6-foot-4, 242-pounder will be ready to go as the Steelers visit the Bills in Week 1.

SEPTEMBER 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

T.J. Watt embracing expectations after landing massive deal

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SEPTEMBER 10, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Not at practice Thursday Highsmith (groin) didn't practice Thursday, Brian Batko of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.

Impact Highsmith was a limited participant in practice earlier in the week and was downgraded to 'did not practice' Thursday. This appears to be a setback, which would put his status for Sunday into jeopardy. If Highsmith is unable to go, Melvin Ingram would likely take the majority of his snaps against Buffalo.

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Steelers' new-look offense bracing for 'growing pains'

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger says there will be growing pains early in the season for his team's new-look offense

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Defending AFC North champ Steelers retool around Big Ben

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger has returned for an 18th season, with a cast of fresh faces around him as he chases a third Super Bowl title

SEPTEMBER 1, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Going on one last run, Steelers retool around Roethlisberger

The defending AFC North champion Pittsburgh Steelers have their work cut out if they want to return to the playoffs

SEPTEMBER 1, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Steelers LB Alex Highsmith on relationship with Melvin Ingram Despite the spin outsiders put on the Steelers signing linebacker Melvin Ingram, Alex Highsmith is happy to have the seasoned vet around.

AUGUST 22, 2021 • USATODAY.COM

Records sack Thursday Highsmith tallied three tackles (two solo), including one sack, in the Steelers' 16-3 preseason win over the Cowboys in Thursday's Hall of Fame Game.

Impact Highsmith is competing with newcomer Melvin Ingram for a starting outside linebacker role ahead of the regular season, and he made an early impact with two tackles behind the line of scrimmage Thursday. The 2020 third-rounder appeared in every game last season and racked up 48 tackles (30 solo), including two sacks, and an interception.

AUGUST 6, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Steelers use strong 2nd half to beat Cowboys 16-3

The Pittsburgh Steelers followed a stumbling first half with a strong final 30 minutes to beat Dallas 16-3 in the first NFL preseason game in two years

AUGUST 6, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Alex Highsmith's high-level spin move leads to sack Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Alex Highsmith uses a spin move to get through for a sack.

AUGUST 6, 2021 • NFL.COM

Rookie Harris' task: Improve Steelers' NFL-worst run game

Najee Harris was drafted to improve the Pittsburgh Steelers' NFL-worst rushing attack

AUGUST 3, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Veteran LB Ingram seeks fresh start with Steelers

The Pittsburgh Steelers led the league in sacks last season, largely centered around a three-man rotation at outside linebacker

AUGUST 1, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Kaboly's 10 observations: Najee Harris gets the spotlight but Alex Highsmith shines brightest That Highsmith overcame potential distractions and performed well in the first practice that mattered is significant.

JULY 28, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Steelers' Highsmith back in mix with NFL's top pass rush

Pittsburgh Steelers outside linebacker Alex Highsmith seeks consistency heading into his second NFL season

JULY 28, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Steelers' T.J. Watt focused on football, not contract status

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JULY 24, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Will Alex Highsmith or Melvin Ingram start? Either the Steelers don't know or aren't saying The Steelers could be open to either player laying claim to the starting spot.

JULY 23, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Steelers sign LB Melvin Ingram, T Chaz Green to 1-year deals

The Pittsburgh Steelers added depth at outside linebacker and offensive line on the eve of training camp, signing free agents Melvin Ingram and Chaz Green

JULY 20, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Steelers open camp with new faces, same expectations

The Pittsburgh Steelers opened training camp with plenty of new faces on offense following a busy offseason

JULY 19, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Alex Highsmith recognized as one of NFL's most underappreciated players Highsmith is among 16 underappreciated players in the AFC.

JUNE 8, 2021 • USATODAY.COM

Alex Highsmith's reaction to reports Steelers needed to take OLB in NFL draft During the months leading up to the 2021 NFL draft, pundits reported that a key position the Steelers needed was outside linebacker.

JUNE 5, 2021 • USATODAY.COM