With T.J. Watt ruled out this week, Pittsburgh needs Highsmith to transition from Robin to Batman. The former third-round pick has posted 27.5 sacks over the past three seasons as a complementary pass rusher, but now he must flourish in the lead role. As Mike Tomlin concocts a plan to mitigate the loss of a three-time NFL sacks leader - Watt racked up a league-high 19 QB takedowns this season - Highsmith will play a pivotal role in the team's defensive tactics," Brooks writes.
If he keeps getting after the quarterback, either the sacks will come, or he can force Allen or whoever the Steelers face into some poor throws.
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