The Pittsburgh Steelers lost one of their star linebackers to injury against the Washington Commanders.
PITTSBURGH -- The Pittsburgh Steelers were well served by their bye week, giving their team a much need extra week of rest. The team has been rattled by injuries through the first 10 weeks of the season, but were hoping their game against the Washington Commanders would be the start of a bill of clean health.
It was a routine pass rush that did Highsmith in. He was in the midst of making another impact play for the Steelers' defense, putting pressure on rookie Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels. While trying to take him down, Highsmith's foot landed awkwardly on Daniels' before hitting the ground, resulting in a visibly rolled ankle. The LB instantly went down to the ground in pain and was attended to by the medical staff.
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