Former Ashley High School star Alex Highsmith named starter by Steelers

Former Ashley High School football standout Alex Highsmith is taking part in a putt-putt party next month (Photo: ESPN)

WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — After seeing his playing time increase over the past two seasons with the Steelers, the team has officially announced Alex Highsmith as a starter for this season.

Highsmith is a former Ashley High School star who has been fighting for playing time since joining the Pittsburg Steelers in 2020.

The Steelers open the season on Sunday against their division rival — the Cincinnati Bengals.

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