As we transition to the offseason with OTAs and mandatory minicamp behind us, I have taken some film room requests on certain players and aspects yinz want highlighted about their play from last season. For this film room breakdown, I will hold OLB Alex Highsmith under the microscope and put forward an argument that he will continue to build off the progress made from his rookie season to last season and become the ideal running mate opposite T.J. Watt to form one of the best EDGE tandems in the league.
The Film
When breaking down Highsmith’s 2021 season, you notice a big step up in his play from his limited exposure as a rookie back in 2020.