A.J. Highsmith, son of personnel executive Alonzo Highsmith, was hired by the New England Patriots to lead their pro scouting department. He has 12 years of experience in the NFL, having started with the San Francisco 49ers before working with the Buffalo Bills and Tennessee Titans. His father praised A.J. for his competence and work ethic. Mike Vrabel noted A.J.'s passion for football and positive demeanor as key factors in his hiring following a comfortable interview process. Highsmith aims to contribute effectively to the team's scouting efforts.
Highsmith started his career in the NFL as an assistant in the San Francisco 49ers' scouting department in 2014. He was promoted to pro personnel scout two years later before leaving the club to join the Buffalo Bills as an area college scout.
I've always stayed away from working with my son because you know how that goes sometimes. But he's proven to be good in the business. He's a good person, he's a hard worker, he's smart.
Well, familiar at least to one member of the team. A.J. Highsmith, the son of senior personnel executive Alonzo Highsmith, was hired in early May to succeed the departed Patrick Stewart.
He's young, but has some experience with some other organizations. I think ultimately, we just felt really comfortable after the interview process of bringing him on.
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