Alex Highsmith absent from Steelers minicamp practice due to illness
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 3, 2026, 6:08 PM
Last updated Jun 3, 2026
Alex Highsmith missed the second day of the Pittsburgh Steelers' mandatory minicamp on June 3, 2026, due to illness. Initially speculated to be related to his contract negotiations, the team confirmed that his absence was not contract-related. Highsmith has a two-year, non-guaranteed contract worth $30 million remaining, which has led to discussions about a potential extension, particularly after the recent signing of teammate Nick Herbig. The situation remains fluid, with uncertainty about Highsmith's recovery and return to practice.
- •Highsmith missed minicamp due to illness, not contract disputes.
- •He has a two-year, non-guaranteed contract valued at $30 million.
- •Teammate Nick Herbig signed a lucrative extension recently.
- •Team spokesman confirmed Highsmith's absence is not related to contract negotiations.
- •Uncertainty exists about Highsmith's return to practice.
- 6:08 PMYahoo Sports — Pittsburgh Steelers: Why Leading Sacker Missed Mandatory Minicamp Day 2
"Ray Fittipaldo of The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reported that Alex Highsmith was absent for the Pittsburgh Steelers’ second day of mandatory minicamp, likely due to his current contract situation, though the exact reason was not disclosed. He essentially has a two-year, non-guaranteed $30 million deal remaining and is currently underpaid. Highsmith may be seeking an extension, especially […] The post Pittsburgh Steelers: Why Leading Sacker Missed Mandatory Minicamp Day 2 appeared first on Gridiron
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