Alex Highsmith

Alex Highsmith (ankle) was a full participant in Thursday’s practice.

Mike Tomlin said earlier in the week that he “fully expected” Highsmith to be back this week after the pass-rusher missed the last three games with an ankle injury he suffered in Week 10 against the Commanders. Injuries have limited Highsmith to just six games this year, but he’s managed three sacks, four TFLs, and 19 total tackles in those games. There’s a good chance he’ll be completely removed from the injury report on Friday.