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Fantasy Player Profile Alex Highsmith

  • Alex Highsmith
  • LB #56
  • Alex
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  • Manager: FA
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Bye Week6Rank36% Rostered-% Change-WK 4 Pts2.00WK 5 Proj. Pts5.07
2023 Fantasy Stats
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WkOppResultsPts
1SF
Loss, 7-30
5.50
2CLE
Win, 26-22
19.00
3@LV
Win, 23-18
0.00
4@HOU
Loss, 6-30
2.00
5BAL
Sun 10:00 amGet Tickets
0.00
6Bye  0.00
7@LA
Sun 1:05 pmGet Tickets
0.00
8JAX
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9TEN
Thu 5:15 pmGet Tickets
0.00
10GB
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0.00
11@CLE
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12@CIN
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13ARI
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14NE
Thu 5:15 pmGet Tickets
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15@IND
TBDGet Tickets
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16CIN
Sat 1:30 pmGet Tickets
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17@SEA
Sun 1:05 pmGet Tickets
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18@BAL
TBDGet Tickets
0.00
2023 Fantasy Stats
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1SF,
L 7-30
4----5.50
2CLE,
W 26-22
5111-19.00
3@LV,
W 23-18
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4@HOU,
L 6-30
1----2.00
5BAL,
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6Bye-----0.00
7@LA,
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8JAX,
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9TEN,
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10GB,
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11@CLE,
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12@CIN,
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13ARI,
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14NE,
Thu 5:15 pmGet Tickets
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15@IND,
TBDGet Tickets
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16CIN,
Sat 1:30 pmGet Tickets
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17@SEA,
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18@BAL,
TBDGet Tickets
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News

  • Productive in win

    Highsmith tallied seven tackles (five solo), a sack, a forced fumble and returned an interception 30 yards for a touchdown Monday in the Steelers' 26-22 win over the Browns.

    Analysis: Highsmith racked up seven tackles for a second consecutive week, and he also forced two turnovers during Monday's primetime win, including a strip sack in the fourth quarter that resulted in the go-ahead touchdown on T.J. Watt's scoop and score. The edge rusher saw a slight decline in tackles last season while also recording a career-high 14.5 sacks, and he's remained a productive member of Pittsburgh's defensive unit early in 2023.

    Published: Tue, Sep 19 at 9:36am by Rotowire.com
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  • Tallies seven tackles

    Highsmith logged seven tackles (four solo), including one for a loss, during the Steelers' 30-7 loss to the 49ers on Sunday.

    Analysis: Highsmith landed a four-year contract extension with the Steelers in July, and he performed well in his 2023 debut. The team's defense struggled to contain the 49ers' offense as a whole, but Highsmith tied for second on the team in tackles. He appeared in all 17 games last year and racked up 63 tackles (38 solo), including 14.5 sacks, along with five forced fumbles and a pass defense.

    Published: Mon, Sep 11 at 9:37am by Rotowire.com
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  • Gets four-year extension

    Highsmith agreed to a four-year, $68 million contract extension with the Steelers on Wednesday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: Highsmith received the big extension just ahead of training camp and will take home $27.7 million in guarantees. The standout pass rusher racked up a career-high 14.5 sacks across 17 games in 2022 to go with 63 tackles (38 solo), five forced fumbles and one pass breakup. Now heading into his age-26 season and set to remain in Pittsburgh for the long haul, Highsmith will again pair up with T.J. Watt to form one of the league's top pass-rush tandems.

    Published: Wed, Jul 19 at 6:26am by Rotowire.com
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  • Posts career-high sack mark in 2022

    Highsmith totaled 63 tackles (38 solo), including 14.5 sacks, along with five forced fumbles and a pass defense over 17 games in 2022.

    Analysis: Highsmith's tackle mark was slightly down in 2022 after he posted 74 tackles over 16 appearances in 2021, but he posted career-high totals in sacks and forced fumbles during his third professional season. The 25-year-old finished the year on a high note but matched his second-highest tackle total of the season while logging his second-highest sack total of the year during the Steelers' Week 18 win over Cleveland. Highsmith should continue to see plenty of work for Pittsburgh in 2023.

    Published: Wed, Jan 11 at 12:42pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Notches 10th sack of 2022

    Highsmith recorded six tackles (four solo), including one sack, and forced a fumble in Monday's 24-17 win against the Colts.

    Analysis: Highsmith increased his sack total to 10 by bringing down veteran signal-caller Matt Ryan for a seven-yard loss in the fourth quarter. The linebacker also caused Ryan to lose the ball before going down, though this fumble was recovered by offensive lineman Will Fries. Highsmith has now accumulated 3.5 sacks since fellow outside linebacker T.J. Watt, who spent seven games on IR with separate knee and pectoral injuries, returned to the field Week 10. These two should continue to form one of the…read more

    Published: Tue, Nov 29 at 8:43pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Records two sacks in victory

    Highsmith logged five tackles (three solo), including two sacks, and a forced fumble during the Steelers' 20-10 win over New Orleans on Sunday.

    Analysis: Highsmith didn't record any sacks in the two games leading up to the Week 9 bye, but he was productive against the Saints on Sunday to help the Steelers pick up their third win of the season. The 25-year-old now has 8.5 sacks over nine appearances this year, which is tied for the fourth-highest mark in the league.

    Published: Mon, Nov 14 at 7:41am by Rotowire.com
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  • Takes over NFL sack lead

    Highsmith recorded one sack and a forced fumble in Sunday's 20-18 win over the Buccaneers.

    Analysis: Though the Steelers would surely love to have T.J. Watt (knee) terrorizing opposing quarterbacks on one of the edges, Highsmith has done his part to pick up the slack in the absence of the reigning NFL Defensive Player of the Year. Highsmith's second-quarter takedown of Tom Brady boosted his season total to 6.5 sacks, giving him sole possession of first place in the NFL ahead of seven other players, who are tied with six sacks.

    Published: Tue, Oct 18 at 11:19am by Rotowire.com
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  • Productive against Cleveland

    Highsmith totaled eight tackles (six solo), including 1.5 sacks, during the Steelers' 29-17 loss to the Browns on Thursday.

    Analysis: Highsmith has had plenty of playing time over the first three weeks of the season, and he's recorded sacks in two matchups. He was on the field for a season-high 94 percent of Pittsburgh's defensive snaps Thursday and has now racked up 20 tackles (14 solo), including 4.5 sacks, and a forced fumble to begin the 2022 campaign.

    Published: Sun, Sep 25 at 9:53pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Slated for increased role

    Highsmith will take on an increased role in the Steelers' defense after T.J. Watt (pectoral) was placed on injured reserve Thursday, Brooke Pryor of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: Highsmith performed well during Pittsburgh's season-opening win over the Bengals, racking up nine tackles (six solo), including three sacks, and a forced fumble. He was on the field for 83 percent of the team's defensive snaps and should have the chance to continue making an impact among the Steelers' linebackers since Watt will be unavailable for at least four weeks.

    Published: Thu, Sep 15 at 2:19pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Tallies three sacks

    Highsmith logged nine tackles (six solo), including three sacks, and a forced fumble during Sunday's 23-20 overtime win over the Bengals.

    Analysis: Highsmith dealt with a rib injury for most of August that prevented him from playing in the preseason, but he wasn't on the injury report ahead of Sunday's season opener. The 25-year-old showed improvement in 2021 and will be expected to handle an increased role among the Steelers' linebackers going forward since T.J. Watt (pectoral) appears to be on track to miss time after sustaining an injury late in Sunday's matchup.

    Published: Mon, Sep 12 at 12:33pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Set to play Week 1

    Highsmith (rib) isn't listed on Wednesday's injury report, Brooke Pryor of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Highsmith suffered a rib injury at the beginning of August and didn't play in any of the Steelers' preseason games. However, he appears to be full go ahead of Week 1. The 2020 third-round pick had a breakout sophomore campaign last year, totaling 74 tackles, six sacks and a forced fumble. He's currently projected to start as the outside linebacker opposite of T.J. Watt.

    Published: Wed, Sep 7 at 1:54pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Dealing with rib injury

    Highsmith suffered a rib injury in practice Monday, Missi Matthews of the Steelers' official site reports.

    Analysis: Details of Highsmith's injury are not yet known. The 25-year-old had a breakout sophomore campaign last season, totaling 74 tackles, six sacks and a forced fumble. He's currently projected to start at outside linebacker this season.

    Published: Mon, Aug 8 at 7:17pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Sacks Mayfield twice

    Highsmith recorded seven tackles -- including two sacks -- in Monday's 26-14 win over the Browns.

    Analysis: Highsmith and fellow outside linebacker T.J. Watt combined for six of the Steelers' nine sacks on the night. A second-year player out of Charlotte, Highsmith has excelled while moving into a starting role in 2021. Through 15 appearances, he's compiled 70 tackles, six sacks and a forced fumble.

    Published: Wed, Jan 5 at 6:09am by Rotowire.com
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  • On track for Week 15

    Highsmith (quadriceps) was a full practice participant Thursday, Teresa Varley of the Steelers' official site reports.

    Analysis: Highsmith was forced out of Pittsburgh's Week 14 matchup early with the injury. However, it appears as if he will avoid any additional missed time, and he should return to his key role on defense. Through 12 games this season, Highsmith has recorded 54 total tackles and three sacks.

    Published: Thu, Dec 16 at 9:25pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Appears to have avoided big injury

    Highsmith (quadriceps) is expected to have avoided a major injury, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Highsmith will undergo further medical evaluation Friday after having been forced out of Thursday's loss to the Vikings due to a reported quadriceps issue. Currently, the Steelers appear to believe that the linebacker is dealing with a contusion above his knee. Even if Highsmith has avoided a season-ending injury, it's uncertain whether he'll be available for Week 15 against Tennessee.

    Published: Fri, Dec 10 at 6:57am by Rotowire.com
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  • Suffered quad issue

    Highsmith suffered an injury to his quadriceps and was forced out of Thursday's game against Minnesota, Brooke Pryor of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Highsmith was originally believed to have suffered a knee injury, but coach Mike Tomlin clarified after the game that it was in fact a quadriceps issue. The positive news is that Highsmith will have 10 days to try to make it back onto the field for Pittsburgh's Week 15 matchup against Tennessee.

    Published: Thu, Dec 9 at 9:01pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Quickly ruled out

    Highsmith was ruled out from returning to Thursday's game against the Vikings due to a knee injury, Dale Lolley of DKPittsburghSports.com reports.

    Analysis: Highsmith was originally deemed questionable, but he was ruled out quickly thereafter. The Steelers are now without T.J. Watt (groin) and Highsmith, leaving them thin at outside linebacker. On a more positive note, Highsmith will have 10 days to heal prior to Pittsburgh's next matchup against Tennessee.

    Published: Thu, Dec 9 at 7:40pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Suffers knee injury

    Highsmith is questionable to return to Thursday's game due to a knee injury, Brooke Pryor of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Highsmith suffered the injury early in the second half, adding to a growing list of absent linebackers for Pittsburgh. T.J. Watt (groin) has already been ruled out from the game, so Highsmith's potential absence would leave the Steelers with Taco Charlton and Derrek Tuszka as their primary outside linebackers. Highsmith recorded one tackle prior to his exit.

    Published: Thu, Dec 9 at 7:34pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Tallies six tackles

    Highsmith recorded six tackles (three solo) and 1.5 sacks in Sunday's 41-37 loss to the Chargers.

    Analysis: Highsmith has played at least 78 percent of the Steelers' defensive snaps in each of the last five games, and he led the team in sacks during Sunday's narrow loss. Across his first nine appearances of the season, the 2020 third-rounder has totaled 45 tackles (23 solo) and three sacks.

    Published: Wed, Nov 24 at 9:00am by Rotowire.com
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  • Double-digit tackles Sunday

    Highsmith notched 11 tackles (eight solo) during Sunday's 16-16 tie with the Lions.

    Analysis: Highsmith recorded a season-high 11 tackles Sunday, but he only has 39 total tackles through eight appearances this season. The second-year linebacker likely isn't a viable IDP option in standard leagues.

    Published: Wed, Nov 17 at 9:12am by Rotowire.com
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  • Productive against Seattle

    Highsmith totaled seven tackles (two solo) and 1.5 sacks in Sunday's 23-20 win over the Seahawks.

    Analysis: Highsmith failed to record any sacks across his first four appearances of the season, but he got to quarterback Geno Smith on two occasions in Sunday's overtime victory. He's recorded at least four tackles in four of his five appearances in 2021 and has totaled 21 tackles (11 solo) and 1.5 sacks during that time.

    Published: Mon, Oct 18 at 11:09am by Rotowire.com
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  • Not listed on injury report

    Highsmith (groin) was a full participant in practice Friday and is not listed on the injury report ahead of Sunday's matchup with the Packers, Adam Caplan of SiriusXM NFL Radio reports.

    Analysis: Highsmith was a limited participant in practice Wednesday and Thursday, but he appears ready to return to action after registering a full practice Friday. The 24-year-old played 42 defensive snaps and recorded four tackles in each of the first two games of the season. He will likely see a similar workload against the Packers in Week 4.

    Published: Fri, Oct 1 at 12:28pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Ruled out for Week 3

    Highsmith (groin) has been ruled out ahead of Week 3, Teresa Varley of Steelers.com reports.

    Analysis: Highsmith dealt with a groin injury throughout 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. The 24-year-old's groin injury resurfaced as he landed on the injury report during Tuesday's practice, and he will now be sidelined for Week 3. It's unclear if the issue will keep him out for an extended period.

    Published: Fri, Sep 24 at 12:27pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Groin injury resurfaces

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

    Analysis: 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.

    Published: Tue, Sep 21 at 9:43am by Rotowire.com
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  • Expected to play Sunday

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

    Analysis: 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.

    Published: Sat, Sep 11 at 12:59pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Not at practice Thursday

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

    Analysis: 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.

    Published: Fri, Sep 10 at 11:56am by Rotowire.com
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  • 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.

    Analysis: 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.

    Published: Fri, Aug 6 at 10:47am by Rotowire.com
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  • Expected to start in 2021

    Highsmith (ankle) should start at outside linebacker next season, Ray Fittipaldo of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.

    Analysis: Bud Dupree (knee) signed with the Titans this offseason, opening the door for Highsmith to step into a starting role. A 2020 third-round pick, Highsmith started the last five games of his rookie season after Dupree went down with a torn ACL. Overall, Highsmith recorded 48 tackles, two sacks and an interception across 16 games. He was quite productive as a pass-rusher for UNC-Charlotte in college, so the Steelers are counting on a second-year leap out of Highsmith.

    Published: Tue, Mar 30 at 1:34pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Wild-card round return doubtful

    Highsmith (ankle) is doubtful to return to Sunday's game against the Browns, Steelers Director of Communications Burt Lauten reports.

    Analysis: Highsmith was clearly bothered by the injury in the first half and went to the locker room early. He's unlikely to rejoin his teammates in the second half as the Steelers look to erase a large deficit.

    Published: Sun, Jan 10 at 7:24pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Likely replacement for Dupree

    Coach Mike Tomlin said Thursday that Highsmith is the "next man up" in the wake of Bud Dupree (knee) suffering a torn ACL, Missi Matthews of the Steelers' official site reports.

    Analysis: Highsmith had already been playing a rotational role on defense prior to Dupree's injury, but Wednesday's win over the Ravens was his first game handling 100 percent of defensive snaps. The rookie third-round pick notched a highlight-reel interception back in Week 8, but he only has one sack on the year. He'll now get an opportunity to boost those numbers while working alongside T.J. Watt.

    Published: Thu, Dec 3 at 3:03pm by Rotowire.com
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