NFL Records
117
Games
Dont'a Hightower is a linebacker who played college football at Alabama. He was selected by the New England Patriots in the 1st round (25th overall pick) of the 2012 NFL Draft. He recorded 27.0 career sacks across 117 NFL games. As a first-round selection, Dont'a Hightower was considered one of the top prospects in the 2012 NFL Draft class.
Draft Details
NFL Combine Results
Height
6-2
Weight
265 lbs
40-Yard Dash
4.62s
Vertical Jump
32"
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