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Does Highsmith get his starting job back when he's healthy?

Discussion in 'Steelers Talk' started by steelersrule6, Sep 28, 2025 at 1:07 PM.

  1. steelersrule6

    steelersrule6 Well-Known Member

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    Herbig has been good the last two games.
     
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  2. OH Steeler Fan

    OH Steeler Fan Well-Known Member

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    No he shouldn't. And i would try to trade him before the deadline.
     
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  3. TGH

    TGH Well-Known Member

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    No, and Tomlin usually rolls with the hot hand, which is Herbig now.
     
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  4. steelersrule6

    steelersrule6 Well-Known Member

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  5. blackandgoldpatrol

    blackandgoldpatrol Well-Known Member

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    No..... Tomlin usually rolls with the established veteran... Highsmith will more than likely start when he's healthy, but I think we could net ourselves a 2nd or 3rd rd pick (if not both) come the offseason
     
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  6. Voice of Reason

    Voice of Reason Well-Known Member

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    I think Herbig should get more playing time, but shouldn’t just be named starter.
     
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  7. Steel_Elvis

    Steel_Elvis Staff Member Mod Team

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    Herbig did all of that damage against one of the better left tackles in the league.
     
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  8. Steel the Win on Sunday

    Steel the Win on Sunday Well-Known Member

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    I think Alex is a bit more stout against the run, though sometimes he jumps inside. Herbig is as good a pass rusher for sure.
     
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  9. Animus

    Animus Well-Known Member

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    Herbig is really making Highsmith a tradeable asset. This is a good problem to have.
     
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  10. steelersrock151

    steelersrock151 Well-Known Member

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    Just a note, and this is as good a place as any to put it:

    TJ Watt became the 7th player to record 100 sacks and 8 interceptions. The other 6 are in the Hall of Fame.
     
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  11. S.T.D

    S.T.D Well-Known Member

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    Not by me he doesn't. I've been complaining about him for a bit. I like him, but our D has looked way different without him playing. I think if He does comeback He should be splitting way more time.
     
  12. Mashburn

    Mashburn Well-Known Member

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    Trade for hill?
     
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  13. S.T.D

    S.T.D Well-Known Member

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    Hill who
     
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  14. Mashburn

    Mashburn Well-Known Member

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    T. Hill.
     
  15. S.T.D

    S.T.D Well-Known Member

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    Hell no. I really don't want him on our team. Think of some other player
     
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  16. forgotten1

    forgotten1 Well-Known Member

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    FNO
     
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  17. Wardismvp

    Wardismvp Well-Known Member

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  18. Chucktownsteeler

    Chucktownsteeler Well-Known Member

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    Even if Highsmith comes back there’s no guarantee he stays healthy long term.
     
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  19. Bubbahotep

    Bubbahotep Well-Known Member

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    +1

    Guy has proven he is injury prone.
     
  20. SteelersFanCanada

    SteelersFanCanada Well-Known Member

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    I think Herbig was the only one not going up against a backup lineman.

    Great game.
     
  21. SteelersFanCanada

    SteelersFanCanada Well-Known Member

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    Yeahh but he is so good.
     
  22. steelersrule6

    steelersrule6 Well-Known Member

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  23. Wardismvp

    Wardismvp Well-Known Member

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    Or even close to the city of Pgh.
     
  24. Wardismvp

    Wardismvp Well-Known Member

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    Along with Friermuth, get players that produce.
     
  25. HeinzMustard

    HeinzMustard Well-Known Member

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    Only thing I worry about with Herbig is... sealing the edge on run plays. He's as good as Dupree (last 2 years with Steelers) was at rushing the QB. He developed faster than Dupree. He's definitely a keeper... needs a 2nd contract.
     

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