TJ Watt expresses satisfaction as Highsmith misses Steelers practice
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 4, 2026, 12:08 AM
Last updated Jun 4, 2026
Pittsburgh Steelers' Alex Highsmith missed mandatory minicamp practice on June 4 amid contract discussions. Highsmith, who led the team with 9.5 sacks last season, had previously been present during OTAs. T.J. Watt highlighted the strong defensive rotation, particularly after Nick Herbig signed a four-year extension worth $100 million. The Steelers face challenges managing their roster and salary cap, which currently sits at $4.2 million for this offseason, as they prepare for the upcoming season and aim to maintain their defensive depth while addressing other players' contract demands.
- •Alex Highsmith missed mandatory practice, indicating potential contract issues.
- •T.J. Watt is pleased with the defensive unit's depth following Herbig's contract extension.
- •The Steelers have $4.2 million in cap space this offseason.
- •Highsmith led the Steelers with 9.5 sacks last season.
- •Pittsburgh faces critical decisions regarding roster and upcoming contracts.
- 12:08 AMYahoo Sports — Steelers: TJ Watt 'Happy' Even as Alex Highsmith Misses Mandatory Practice
"As contract disputes threaten the Pittsburgh Steelers defensive depth, the star pass-rusher embraces a loaded rotation while teammates demand long-term security amidst a looming salary cap crunch.
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