Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Alex Highsmith suffered an apparent injury after combining with teammates for a sack of Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow during the first quarter of the NFL Week 18 game Saturday night at Acrisure Stadium.
Highsmith limped off the field after hitting Burrow, who fumbled on the play. Highsmith did return to the game despite the injury.
Highsmith did not play in Pittsburgh’s NFL Week 13 win against the Bengals at Paycor Stadium.
Highsmith sacked Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow three times in a game in September 2022. He also had a sack and interception of Bengals backup QB Jake Browning during the Steelers’ win in Pittsburgh last December.
Highsmith suffered an ankle sprain during Week 10 against Washington.
Highsmith is in his fifth NFL season, all with Pittsburgh. He entered Week 18 with six sacks in the 10 games in which he’s played this season.
This article originally appeared on Cincinnati Enquirer: Alex Highsmith injury: Steelers LB hurt vs Bengals in NFL Week 18
In a heartbreaking turn of events, Steelers linebacker Alex Highsmith suffered an injury during the team’s matchup against the Bengals in NFL Week 18. Highsmith, who has been a key contributor to the Steelers defense throughout the season, was forced to leave the game after sustaining the injury.
The severity of Highsmith’s injury is currently unknown, but Steelers fans everywhere are holding their breath and hoping for the best. Losing Highsmith would be a significant blow to the team’s defense, especially as they prepare for a potential playoff run.
We will continue to provide updates on Highsmith’s condition as more information becomes available. In the meantime, let’s send positive thoughts and well wishes to Alex Highsmith for a speedy recovery. #SteelersNation #AlexHighsmith #InjuryUpdate
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