Made the start at linebacker and tied for the team lead with seven tackles while also adding a sack of QB Josh McCown for a 7-yard loss in the win at N.Y. What does each general manager's track record look like? Hightower suffered a torn pectoral against Atlanta, landing him on IR. Named a co-captain for the third time in his career. Returned from injury to start at linebacker and played every defensive snap in the win vs. Miami (12/14), finishing with eight tackles, a half-sack and his first career forced fumble. I appreciate that support more than you know, and I appreciate that same support and understanding now more than ever. Dont'a Hightower steps into the spotlight for Improper Bostonian's September issue. It's the same knee that dogged him throughout the offseason, camp and preseason. Veteran players are scheduled to do the same later this week. On Mother's Day, Patriots players took to social media to celebrate the moms in their lives. Here is a full tally of the official injury report and gameday designations for all 12 Sunday games. Tallied a career-high 10 tackles and defensed one pass vs. San Francisco (12/16). Compiled seven tackles and a key third-down sack in the fourth quarter of the win at Jacksonville (12/23). Notched two double-digit tackle games in 2016: Sacked QB Andy Dalton in the end zone for an 8-yard loss and safety in the win vs. Cincinnati (10/16). The touchdown was the second of his career. Posted 10 stops vs. Miami (10/27). Happy returns! Made the start at linebacker and tied for the team lead with seven tackles while also adding a sack of QB Josh McCown for a 7-yard loss in the win at N.Y. Named a co-captain for the third time in his career. Also recovered a fumble that was forced by Lawrence Guy in the first quarter and returned it 26 yards for a touchdown. Under the amended collective bargaining agreement between the NFL and NFL Players Association, agreed to on July 24, players have the choice to opt out of the 2020 NFL season due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Played every defensive snap and led the team with 11 tackles and one sack for a 10-yard loss in the win at N.Y. Patriots LB Dont’a Hightower (knee) is inactive for tonight’s game against the Bills. ", On this edition of Toyota's Patriots Today, Bob Socci and Andy Hart take a look at the state of the Patriots defense and break down what needs remain heading into the Draft.Â. Started all three playoff games and compiled 16 tackles. Patriots LB Dont'a Hightower addresses the media in the locker room on Sunday, October 2, 2017. Latest on New England Patriots linebacker Dont'a Hightower including news, stats, videos, highlights and more on ESPN. Started and made five tackles with 1½ sacks and one pass defensed in the win vs. Buffalo (12/21). He was scheduled to make $8 million in base salary. Today we look at linebackers. Deaths Dont'a Hightower is a 6-4, 260-pound Outside Linebacker from Lewisburg, TN. Jets (10/20). Led the team with a season-high 13 tackles and one tackle for loss in the loss at Baltimore (11/3). “I hope you can all continue to be a light in these dark times — more light and great times are ahead.”. Started all 13 regular-season games he played in and registered 65 tackles, 2½ sacks, two passes defensed, a forced fumble and one safety. Finished first on the team with seven double-digit tackle performances. Miranda Mason, Andy Hart and Paul Perillo discuss who on the Patriots defense is in line for a long-term contract extension. Started all 12 regular-season games he played in and recorded 62 tackles, 3½ sacks, two passes defensed and one fumble recovery. It is highly recommended that you use the latest versions of a supported browser in order to receive an optimal viewing experience. With the 2018 NFL draft on tap this week, PFW will offer a capsule look at each position in the coming days. The latest chapter of the New York Giants (2-3) and New England Patriots (5-0) story awaits as Daniel Jones makes his "Thursday Night Football" debut against Tom Brady and the NFL's top defense. Compiled seven tackles and a key third-down sack in the fourth quarter of the win at Jacksonville (12/23). Finished first on the team with seven double-digit tackle performances. Patriots LB Dont'a Hightower is active for today's game against Washington. Recorded his first career two-sack game in the win at Minnesota (9/14), taking down Matt Cassel twice for a total loss of 22 yards. An NFL tripleheader -- with every game airing live on NFL Network -- offers up three games brimming with playoff implications and high-profile talent. On this day, April 26, five and nine years ago, respectively, Hightower and Edelman were selected as New England Patriots draft picks. As a junior in 2011, Hightower put on a show and proved he was NFL ready. Named a co-captain for the second-consecutive season. 2012: Rd 1, … He was named AFC Special Teams Player of the Week for his efforts. Played in all 16 regular-season games with 14 starts and led the team with 137 tackles, one sack and three passes defensed. Gregg Rosenthal runs through the latest trades at the deadline -- plus, how Bill Belichick is getting the most out of the 2019 Patriots by taking them back to the roots of New England's NFL dynasty. NFL Media's Judy Battista breaks down some of the most notable storylines from her annual article previewing the top narratives of the upcoming NFL season. Recorded four tackles and a nine-yard sack on Brandon Weeden in the win at Dallas (10/11) before leaving the game with an injury. Returned from injury to start at linebacker and played every defensive snap in the win vs. N.Y. Started all 15 regular-season games he appeared in and totaled 48 tackles, one sack, one fumble recovery, one interception, one pass defensed and blocked one punt. Started at linebacker and made three tackles in the win vs. Cleveland (10/27). Â. NFL Media Insider Ian Rapoport and NFL Network's Mike Garafolo join "Up To The Minute" and discuss how the franchise tag deadline applies to the Patriots. Injury analysis powered by Sports Injury Predictor, 687 Lee Road, Suite 208, Rochester, NY 14606 | 833-333-7238, IDP Podcast: 32 Playing-Time Notes 9-13-17, IDP Podcast: Need to Know News and Names 8-23-17, Hightower suffered a shoulder injury late in the second half of the Week 3 game against the Jets. Born Qualin Dont'a Hightower on March 12, 1990. NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport brings the latest information on the injury to Patriots linebacker Dont'a Hightower. Started both postseason contests and registered 12 tackles, two passes defensed and one fumble recovery. It's tough to project Hightower's playing time in his return game, especially with his team favored by 9.5 points today. Per reporter Albert Breer, Hightower had a partially torn pec before this injury -- which is why he failed physicals that offseason. Brandon Bolden, Michael Bennett, Ja'Whaun Bentley, Stephon Gilmore, Dont'a Hightower and James White share the story behind their social media usernames. NFL Network's Mike Garafolo reporting on the future of Jimmy Garoppolo and Dont'a Hightower. The browser you are using is no longer supported on this site. Started and made five tackles with 1½ sacks and one pass defensed in the win vs. Buffalo (12/21). New England Patriots linebacker Dont'a Hightower blocks the Bears punt and linebacker Kyle Van Noy scoops it up and runs it in for a touchdown. New England Patriots swarm Josh Allen for critical third-down sack. 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