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Steelers Rule Out Alex Highsmith for Week 3 With High-Ankle Sprain, No IR Expected

The team does not plan to place him on injured reserve, signaling a shorter absence.

AST RUTHERFORD, NEW JERSEY - SEPTEMBER 7: Alex Highsmith #56 of the Pittsburgh Steelers looks on against the New York Jets in the game at MetLife Stadium on September 7, 2025 in East Rutherford, New Jersey.
Aug 9, 2025; Jacksonville, Florida, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers defensive tackle Derrick Harmon (99) rushes the passer against the Jacksonville Jaguars during a preseason game at EverBank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Travis Register-Imagn Images/File Photo
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Sep 7, 2025; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Alex Highsmith (56) in action during the game against the New York Jets at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images/File Photo

Overview

  • Highsmith aggravated an ankle issue suffered in Friday’s practice and left Sunday’s 31-17 loss to the Seahawks with a confirmed high-ankle sprain.
  • Typical recovery for a high-ankle sprain is about four to six weeks, but reporting indicates Pittsburgh does not anticipate an injured reserve stint.
  • Defensive lineman Isaiahh Loudermilk also has a high-ankle sprain and has been ruled out for the Patriots game.
  • Pittsburgh’s defense was already shorthanded without Joey Porter Jr., DeShon Elliott and Derrick Harmon, and Patrick Queen was evaluated for a ribs injury during the game.
  • Nick Herbig and rookie Jack Sawyer stepped in for edge snaps, with Herbig producing pressures and a takeaway and Sawyer logging six tackles and his first NFL sack.