DONT'A
HIGHTOWER
#54 -
LB
Status
Unrestricted free agent
Ht/Wt
6’3’’,
260 lbs
Experience
8
years
Debut
Sep 9, 2012
Born
Mar 12, 1990
(32 yrs)
Lewisburg, Tennessee
Hometown
Lewisburg, Tennessee
Drafted
Drafted by New England in 2012 (1/25).
College
Alabama
VS.
Dont'a Hightower
STAT RANK
Transactions & Injuries
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| 2022-03-16 |
Declared free agent.
|
| 2020-08-02 |
Placed on the reserve/voluntary opt-out list by the New England Patriots.
|
| 2017-11-07 |
Torn pectoral muscle, injured reserve.
|
| 2017-10-27 |
Shoulder injury, out.
|
| 2017-09-15 |
Knee injury, out.
|
Career Honors & Awards
| League | Honor | Description |
|---|---|---|
| NFL | Super Bowl Super Bowl | 2018 (LIII - New England), 2016 (LI - New England), 2014 (XLIX - New England) |
| NFL | Named to play in Pro Bowl Named to play in Pro Bowl | 2019, 2016 |
News
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Rotowire
Tue, Mar 8, 2022 at 8:52pm
Hightower plans to play next season, Michael Giardi of NFL Network reports.
Rotowire
Sat, Jan 15, 2022 at 7:20pm
Hightower (knee) is listed as active Saturday in Buffalo.
Scouting Report
A big, strong, intimidating presence in the middle. His physicality and sure tackling provide a big boost in run defense. Can shed blocks, penetrate the line (and get straight to the quarterback) and make plays covering the pass. Takes some downs off. Needs to keep his focus. Can be a little more explosive pressuring the pocket and show a little more intensity staying with single-man assignments. Needs to make more plays in pursuit.
Long Range Potential: Excellent and versatile linebacker.
