OLB Alex Highsmith finds himself as the entrenched starter opposite reigning DPOY T.J. Watt headlining into the 2022 season. After facing some controversy as to whether he would be the clear starter in 2021 after the team signed Melvin Ingram prior to the start of the season, Highsmith won the role in training camp, posting a productive 2021 campaign after seeing a large increase in playing time. After playing as more of a rotational player as a rookie in 2020, Highsmith played 851 defensive snaps in 16 starts and recorded 74 total stops (46 solo), 15 TFLs, 15 QB hits, six sacks, and one forced fumble according to Pro Football Reference.
Alex Highsmith: ‘I Definitely Feel I Can Be More Productive Sacks-Wise’
