Steelers OLB Alex Highsmith questionable to return after going down with neck injury vs Patriots

Steelers OLB Alex Highsmith is questionable to return to Pittsburgh’s Thursday Night Football game against the New England Patriots after sustaining a neck injury in the first half.

He was seen heading to the medical tent for further evaluation. According to reports, the independent neurologist on hand was checking on him while in the tent. He has seen been taken to the locker room, per NFL Network’s Mike Garafolo.

Highsmith is one of three OLBs on the Steelers’ roster with in-game experience heading into Thursday’s game. After TJ Watt was banged up in the first half as well — Pittsburgh can ill afford any more injuries within their defensive front.