Steelers LB Alex Highsmith Re-Aggravates Ankle Injury in Loss to Seahawks

The Pittsburgh defensive star left Sunday's contest vs. the Seahawks in the first half.

Steelers linebacker Alex Highsmith left Sunday's game early with an ankle injury. / Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

The Steelers really didn't need another defensive player to be injured on Sunday. Unfortunately for Pittsburgh fans, linebacker Alex Highsmith left the team's Week 2 game vs. the Seahawks in the first half with an ankle injury and was first doubtful to return, NFL Network's Ian Rapoport reported. During halftime, Pittsburgh announced Highsmith would be out for the remainder of the game.

Highsmith injured his ankle during Friday's practice, and he appeared to re-aggravate the injury on Sunday.

On the same play, Steelers defensive tackle Isaiahh Loudermilk also suffered an ankle injury and left the field.

The Steelers were already playing without cornerback Joey Porter Jr., safety DeShon Elliot and defensive tackle Derrick Harmon. Another star defender being out is definitely not what the Steelers needed.

Mike Tomlin Provides Update on Highsmith After Game

Coach Mike Tomlin told reporters after the 31-17 loss that Highsmith suffered a high ankle sprain. This means the linebacker will likely miss four-to-six weeks. It's possible, too, that Highsmith could land on the injured reserve, which means he would be out at least four weeks. Not great news for Steelers fans.

When Highsmith entered the media room after the loss he was wearing a walking boot, via the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review.

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