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SEPTEMBER 29, 2025 • Associated Press

Steelers RB Jaylen Warren inactive vs. Vikings in Dublin

Pittsburgh Steelers running back Jaylen Warren, who leads the team in both rushing and receiving yards, was inactive for Sunday’s game against the Minnesota Vikings because of a kn...

SEPTEMBER 28, 2025 • Associated Press

Steelers vs Vikings injury update: Will Alex Highsmith play this week? The Steelers got the pass rush back on track last week but they didn't have Alex Highsmith. Here's an update on his status for Sunday.

SEPTEMBER 26, 2025 • USATODAY.COM

Pittsburgh Steelers lose superstar pass rusher for Vikings game Alex Highsmith will not play against the Vikings.

SEPTEMBER 26, 2025 • PENNLIVE.COM

Won't play vs. Vikings Coach Mike Tomlin said Wednesday that Highsmith (ankle) won't play in Sunday's game versus Minnesota, Teresa Varley of the Steelers' official site reports.

Impact Highsmith will have to sit out at least one more game as he continues to recover from the high ankle sprain he sustained in Week 2 versus the Seahawks. His next opportunity to suit up will come in Week 6 versus the Browns. In the meantime, 2023 fourth-rounder Nick Herbig projects to start on the edge opposite T.J. Watt.

SEPTEMBER 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Steelers get significant injury updates on 3 key defensive players leading into Week 4 vs. Vikings | Sporting News Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin provided injury updates on three key defensive players on Tuesday, including Alex Highsmith, DeSh...

SEPTEMBER 23, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Pittsburgh Steelers rule out star pass rusher against Vikings Alex Highsmith will miss the team's game against the Vikings.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2025 • PENNLIVE.COM

WATCH: How do you say these Irish names? Alex Highsmith and Mason Rudolph try to pronounce common Irish names

SEPTEMBER 23, 2025 • STEELERS.COM

Mike Tomlin and Pittsburgh Steelers sign key Super Bowl champion defensive player after loss against Seahawks Mike Tomlin and the Pittsburgh Steelers have made an important signing on defense after confirming Alex Highsmith's injury.

SEPTEMBER 17, 2025 • BOLAVIP.COM

Won't play against New England Head coach Mike Tomlin told reporters Tuesday that Highsmith (ankle) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Patriots, Gerry Dulac of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.

Impact Highsmith suffered a high-ankle sprain during the Steelers' 31-17 loss to the Seahawks this past Sunday. High-ankle sprains typically mean a multi-week absence, though it appears his injury isn't that severe as Tomlin relayed Monday that the 2020 third-rounder is not expected to spend time on injured reserve, per Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. Nick Herbig will likely step into a starting role opposite T.J. Watt and Jack Sawyer should see an uptick in defensive snaps in a rotational edge role for as long as Highsmith is sidelined. Highsmith's next opportunity to suit up is Week 4 against the Vikings on Sunday, Sept. 28.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Steelers continue to deal with injuries on defense as they prepare to face Patriots Backups, and one in case a third-stringer on the depth chart, could be starting at four positions on defense Sunday when they play at New En...

SEPTEMBER 16, 2025 • TRIBLIVE.COM

Steelers rookie Kaleb Johnson will watch from the bench after kick-returning flub

Kaleb Johnson's mistake in Pittsburgh's loss to Seattle has cost him his role as kick returner

SEPTEMBER 16, 2025 • Associated Press

No good news on injury front for Steelers ahead of game in New England Alex Highsmith and Isaiahh Loudermilk have already been ruled out and three other starters are ‘questionable at best.’

SEPTEMBER 16, 2025 • POST-GAZETTE.COM

Mike Tomlin rules 2 players out, lists 3 as questionable for Steelers vs. Patriots | Sporting News Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin met with the media on Tuesday and gave injury updates on a handful of players, including defensiv...

SEPTEMBER 16, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Likely avoiding IR Head coach Mike Tomlin told reporters Monday that Highsmith (ankle) is not likely to be placed on injured reserve, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

Impact The 28-year-old exited Sunday's loss to the Seahawks with what Tomlin described as a high-ankle sprain, but it now appears the injury isn't as serious as it was previously considered. Highsmith played 10 defensive snaps and recorded one total tackle before leaving the Week 2 affair. Even so, he's unlikely to suit up for Pittsburgh's Week 3 matchup against the Patriots, meaning Jack Sawyer and Nick Herbig are expected to have expanded defensive roles.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

The Pittsburgh Steelers' defense wants to smash the run. It's getting smashed instead

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SEPTEMBER 15, 2025 • Associated Press

The inattentive Steelers stumble their way through a dismal loss to Seattle in their home opener

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SEPTEMBER 14, 2025 • Associated Press

Steelers injuries already a major concern as two more starters exit in loss to Seahawks Outside linebacker Alex Highsmith and defensive lineman Isaiahh Loudermilk were in walking boots after the game high ankle sprains.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2025 • POST-GAZETTE.COM

Pittsburgh Steelers give brutal Alex Highsmith injury update after loss to Seahawks | Sporting News The Pittsburgh Steelers lost outside linebacker Alex Highsmith to an ankle injury during the Week 2 loss to the Seattle Seahawks. After the...

SEPTEMBER 14, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Facing stint on IR Highsmith suffered a high-ankle sprain during the Steelers' 31-17 loss to the Seahawks on Sunday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

Impact Rapoport relays that the injury could take 4-to-6 weeks to recover from, which makes a stint on injured reserve a real possibility for Highsmith. Nick Herbig and Jack Sawyer both saw increased work following Highsmith's injury and are candidates to start opposite T.J. Watt at outside linebacker in the Steelers' Week 3 clash against the Patriots on Sunday, Sept. 21.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Jackson throws 4 TD passes, and the Ravens close strong in a 41-17 victory over the Browns

Lamar Jackson threw four touchdown passes and Baltimore’s defense harrassed Joe Flacco throughout his return to Charm City as the Ravens dispatched the Cleveland Browns 41-17

SEPTEMBER 14, 2025 • Associated Press

Seahawks' George Holani turns the Steelers' blunder on a kickoff into a TD as Seattle wins 31-17

George Holani pounced on a live ball in the end zone for an improbable touchdown, and the Seattle Seahawks took advantage of sloppy play by the Pittsburgh Steelers to pull off a 31...

SEPTEMBER 14, 2025 • Associated Press

Won't return Sunday Highsmith (ankle) is out for the rest of Sunday's game against the Seahawks, Brooke Pryor of ESPN.com reports.

Impact The linebacker made one solo tackle before exiting. Highsmith finished with eight tackles (five solo), including 1.0 sacks, in Week 1. Nick Herbig and Jack Sawyer could see more snaps in his absence.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Unlikely to return vs. Seattle Highsmith is doubtful to return to Sunday's game aginst the Seahawks due to an ankle injury, Ray Fittipaldo of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.

Impact Highsmith popped up on Friday's injury report due to an ankle injury, and it appears he may have aggravated the issue in the first half of Sunday's contest. With Highsmith likely done for the day, Nick Herbig should see a significant amount of work with the first-team defense opposite T.J. Watt.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Leading tackler in win Highsmith recorded eight tackles (five solo), with 1.0 sacks, during the Steelers' win versus the Jets on Sunday.

Impact Highsmith got off to a hot start this season as he tied Patrick Queen for the most tackles on the team in addition to recording their only sack. Highsmith will look to build off this performance and keep producing during the team's Week 2 matchup versus Seattle.

SEPTEMBER 9, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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Steelers haven't always looked good during their 3-1 start. They also don't care

Steelers RB Jaylen Warren inactive vs. Vikings in Dublin

Steelers rookie Kaleb Johnson will watch from the bench after kick-returning flub

The Pittsburgh Steelers' defense wants to smash the run. It's getting smashed instead

The inattentive Steelers stumble their way through a dismal loss to Seattle in their home opener

Jackson throws 4 TD passes, and the Ravens close strong in a 41-17 victory over the Browns

Seahawks' George Holani turns the Steelers' blunder on a kickoff into a TD as Seattle wins 31-17