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Steelers OLB Alex Highsmith Suffers Groin Injury
Steelers OLB Alex Highsmith's groin injury could sideline him for Week 7.
In brief
Steelers OLB Alex Highsmith's groin injury could sideline him for Week 7. Steelers OLB Alex Highsmith's groin injury may force backup Nick Herbig to handle more defensive workload against New Orleans. Originally reported by Pittsburgh Steelers On SI.
Steelers Injury Report Update
Pittsburgh Steelers face multiple injuries ahead of Week 7 Paris matchup with New Orleans Saints.
Alex Highsmith Listed as Limited Participant
Alex Highsmith (groin) is a limited participant on Steelers' first injury report of the week.
Rico Dowdle and Sebastian Joseph-Day Injured
Rico Dowdle (knee) and Sebastian Joseph-Day (tricep) are limited participants while others are non-participants.
Highsmith's Injury History
Highsmith suffered groin injury in Week 3 vs. Los Angeles Chargers, missed three games, then ankle injury against Washington Commanders.
Highsmith's Recent Injuries
Highsmith had groin injury during 2025 training camp and ankle injury in Week 2 vs. Seattle Seahawks.
Highsmith's Current Status
Highsmith has been out for 10 regular season games since start of 2024 and may miss Week 7.
Nick Herbig's Role
Nick Herbig would likely handle majority of Highsmith's workload against New Orleans after two-sack outing.
Jack Sawyer's Increased Role
Jack Sawyer will factor more into Steelers' defense after logging 107 snaps on that side of the ball.
The essence
Steelers OLB Alex Highsmith's groin injury may force backup Nick Herbig to handle more defensive workload against New Orleans.
