Steelers Get Positive Update on Alex Highsmith Injury

PITTSBURGH — After concern grew surrounding one of the Pittsburgh Steelers’ star pass rushers potentially missing their Week 10 contest, the organization received some positive news. Outside linebacker Alex Highsmith missed a day of practice and was limited earlier in the week, but things are looking up as the Steelers make their final preparations for the Los Angeles Rams.

The Steelers linebacker is dealing with an ankle injury, according to the team, but that shouldn’t keep him out of the lineup in Week 10, giving the team a huge boost heading into a crucial contest. During the team’s final practice session before departing for California, Highsmith was a full participant and was not listed with a game designation, indicating he would be active for the upcoming matchup.

Full Arsenal for Pass Rush

During the Steelers’ Week 9 victory over the Indianapolis Colts, their team defense played a strong game. It was easily one of their best of the season, forcing six turnovers and shutting down a dangerous Colts’ offense.

The menace that was the Steelers’ defense was led by the pass rushers at the top of their unit. T.J. Watt recorded one of his patented strip sacks to get his season back on track, Nick Herbig was strong in his limited snaps, but Highsmith was the star. He recorded two sacks, three tackles for loss and forced a fumble of his own.

Now, Highsmith’s status for Week 10 means that the trio will be together again against the Chargers. Especially as Los Angeles tries to deal with multiple injuries across their offensive line, the pass rushers in Pittsburgh has a golden opportunity to continue the momentum they created in Week 9.