Dont’a Hightower Injury: Updates on Patriots LB’s Knee and Return

November 30, 2015   ·   Scott Polacek   ·   Jump to comments

New England Patriots linebacker Dont’a Hightower suffered a knee injury against the Denver Broncos in Week 12. It is uncertain if he will be able to play against the Philadelphia Eagles in Week 13.
Continue for updates. 
Severity of Hightower's Knee Reportedly Revealed Monday, Nov. 30 NFL Network's Albert Breer, citing a source, reported "Hightower is believed to have suffered an MCL sprain."
Hightower's Absence Would be Major Blow to Patriots Defense This is a difficult setback for the defending champions if Hightower is forced to miss extensive time.
Per Pro-Football-Reference.com, the fourth-year veteran tallied six sacks last season in only 12 games. He was also named to Pro Football Focus’ All-Pro team in 2014, largely because his “ability to do a lot of things well sets him apart.”
Hightower attacks the passer with explosive athleticism from the second level and can pursue ball-carriers from sideline to sideline with his speed...

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