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Alex Highsmith limited in practice with groin injury for Week 8

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 29, 2026, 11:03 AM

Last updated Oct 29, 2026

Alex Highsmith limited in practice with groin injury for Week 8

Summary

Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Alex Highsmith is limited in practice as he deals with a groin injury ahead of the Week 8 matchup against the Cleveland Browns. Highsmith has faced similar issues in the past, missing games in 2021 and 2024 due to groin injuries. Over seven games this season, he has recorded 13 tackles, five tackles for loss, six quarterback hits, and three sacks. His performance peaked in Week 1 with two sacks and two tackles for loss. Highsmith's status will be monitored leading up to the game on Sunday.

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Status Watch

•Highsmith remains limited in practice due to a groin injury.
•He has a history of groin injuries impacting his availability.
•In 2026, Highsmith has recorded 13 tackles and three sacks.
•His best performance was in Week 1 with two sacks.
•The Steelers play the Browns on Sunday.

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11:03 AMYahoo Sports — Steelers starting defender still dealing with groin injury for Week 8

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Pittsburgh Steelers starting outside linebacker Alex Highsmith remains limited in practice with a groin injury ahead of Week 8 against the Browns.
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