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USA Today
25-06-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Joe Highsmith: Rocket Mortgage Classic betting odds and preview
Joe Highsmith has +15000 odds to win the 2025 Rocket Mortgage Classic at Detroit Golf Club. He made the cut in his last event, the Travelers Championship, and finished 36th. Highsmith has played in 30 events in the past year. He won one, and his average finish was 30th, with two top fives. The 7,370-yard, par 72 course in Detroit, MI will play host to this event from June 26-29. A purse of $9,600,000.00 is up for grabs, as well as the title last claimed by Cam Davis. Joe Highsmith odds to win the Rocket Mortgage Classic PGA odds courtesy of BetMGM Sportsbook. Odds updated Tuesday at 1:24 PM ET. For a full list of sports betting odds, access USA TODAY Sports Betting Scores Odds Hub. Highsmith's stats and trends Highsmith's recent results How to watch the Rocket Mortgage Classic ESPN+ is the new home of PGA TOUR LIVE. Sign up now to access 4,300+ hours of live coverage from 35 PGA TOUR tournaments this year.
USA Today
24-06-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Joe Highsmith odds to win the 2025 Rocket Mortgage Classic
The Rocket Mortgage Classic will take place at Detroit Golf Club from June 26-29, and Joe Highsmith will be among the golfers in the field. With Highsmith teeing off this week, there are plenty of different betting markets available for you to bet on him. Rocket Mortgage Classic details and info Watch golf on Fubo! Highsmith odds to win the Rocket Mortgage Classic Highsmith is +15000 to win the Rocket Mortgage Classic. If you bet $10 on Highsmith to win, you'd get $1,510.00 in return. PGA odds courtesy of BetMGM Sportsbook. Odds updated Tuesday at 3:09 PM ET. For a full list of sports betting odds, access USA TODAY Sports Betting Scores Odds Hub. Highsmith odds to finish in the top 5 at the Rocket Mortgage Classic The latest odds on Highsmith to finish in the top five at the Rocket Mortgage Classic are +3500. If you decided to wager $10 on Highsmith, you'd end up with $360.00 if he did so. Highsmith odds to finish in the top 10 at the Rocket Mortgage Classic Other betting markets for Highsmith at the Rocket Mortgage Classic You can also bet on which golfer will be the leader at the end of Round 1, or whether a player makes the cut or misses it. For every event, there are 3-ball matchups to bet on, when three players are grouped together and teeing off at the same time. You'll also find lots of one-on-one matchups. Just choose who you think will end up carding the best score that day! Highsmith recent performances Highsmith has taken part in 18 tournaments this season, winning one of them. He has also earned two finishes in the top-10. In his past four tournaments, Highsmith has not finished in the top 20.
USA Today
19-06-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
PFF names Steelers' T.J. Watt, Alex Highsmith NFL's best edge duo in 2025
Pro Football Focus has given the Steelers defense some well-deserved respect — more specifically, OLBs T.J. Watt and Alex Highsmith. PFF's Zoltán Buday recently named the best duos for every position ahead of the 2025 season — with Watt and Highsmith taking the edge defenders spot: "While Highsmith was hindered by injuries last season, he was still among the most effective pass rushers in the league when on the field. His 89.3 PFF pass-rushing grade ranked seventh among 109 edge defenders. On the other hand, Watt led the position with a 90.3 PFF run-defense grade and ranked sixth in PFF pass-rushing grade (90.1), one spot ahead of Highsmith." Highsmith has been working with Nick Herbig so far this offseason — as Watt's contract holdout caused him to miss Steelers OTAs and mandatory minicamp. Watt's presence is sorely missed, and whenever (if at all) a deal gets done, he will look to pick up right where he left off opposite Highsmith. For up-to-date Steelers coverage, follow us on X @TheSteelersWire and give our Facebook page a like.
Yahoo
12-06-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Howie Roseman Could Make Noise Again With Unexpected Defensive Trade Target
Howie Roseman Could Make Noise Again With Unexpected Defensive Trade Target originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The Philadelphia Eagles enter the 2025 season with significant questions along their defensive edge. The defending Super Bowl champions have undergone a dramatic reshuffling at the position, with Josh Sweat departing in free agency, team legend Brandon Graham retiring after 15 seasons, and the surprising trade of Bryce Huff to the San Francisco 49ers. Advertisement This leaves Philadelphia banking on Nolan Smith—who made a huge developmental leap in 2024 with 6.5 regular-season sacks and four more in the playoffs—and second-year player Jalyx Hunt, who improved steadily from opening day through the Super Bowl. The Eagles also added veterans Azeez Ojulari and Josh Uche in free agency and have rotational depth in Patrick Johnson. They drafted linebacker Jihaad Campbell with the 31st overall pick, though the South Jersey native projects more as an off-ball linebacker who could help in coverage and run defense rather than serve as a primary pass rusher. But considering what's happening across the state with the Pittsburgh Steelers, should general manager Howie Roseman pursue an intrastate trade that few would expect—by targeting Alex Highsmith? Pittsburgh finds itself in an interesting financial position. T.J. Watt is entering the final year of his current deal and is due $21 million in base salary, which now appears modest compared to the extensions signed by Myles Garrett and Maxx Crosby. Highsmith's cap hit jumps to $18.6 million in 2025 and $20.1 million in 2026 following an April 2024 restructure. If the Steelers plan to prioritize a Watt extension, moving Highsmith could offer financial flexibility without downgrading their pass rush too severely. Highsmith, 27, has developed into a premier edge rusher since being selected in the third round of the 2020 draft. Though injuries limited him to 11 games in 2024, he remained effective when healthy, recording six sacks and averaging 4.5 pressures per game. His 2022 breakout season remains a career highlight: 14.5 sacks, 63 tackles and a league-leading five forced fumbles. Advertisement Across 77 career games, Highsmith has 35.5 sacks, nine forced fumbles, three interceptions and one defensive touchdown—an impressive résumé for a player in his prime. Here's a trade framework that could benefit both franchises: Eagles receive: Alex Highsmith and a 2026 fourth-round pick (which becomes a third-rounder if Highsmith records more than 11 sacks in 2025). Steelers receive: A 2026 second-round pick, 2026 fifth-round pick, and a conditional 2026 sixth-round pick that becomes a fifth if Highsmith hits eight sacks. For Philadelphia, Highsmith offers an immediate solution at a position of concern. He brings speed off the edge, toughness against the run and an ability to generate turnovers—traits that fit perfectly in defensive coordinator Vic Fangio's system. Financially, the Eagles would acquire a proven starter with upside at a lower cost than top-tier free agents, preserving future flexibility. Philadelphia's current top two edge rushers—Smith and Hunt—have just 11 career starts combined. While both are ascending players, entrusting them to carry the edge load on a defending champion roster is a risky proposition. Trading away a $51 million pass rusher in Huff signals confidence in their development—but adding a player like Highsmith would stabilize the unit and offer a reliable, experienced presence. Advertisement Highsmith's leadership, consistent production and age make him an ideal fit for a Super Bowl contender looking to sustain success. Pittsburgh may prefer to keep him, but with Watt's looming extension and Highsmith's escalating cap hits, a trade would allow the Steelers to restock draft capital and refocus financially. Whether the Steelers would actually entertain the deal remains to be seen. But given both teams' trajectories—Pittsburgh in cap-management mode and Philadelphia in win-now mode—the trade could make sense for both franchises. For Roseman, it would be just the kind of calculated, aggressive move that has defined his championship-building tenure. Related: Eagles Could Sign Former Packers Star Cornerback Related: Injuries Cloud Eagles' Minicamp Outlook This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 9, 2025, where it first appeared.
Yahoo
30-05-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
Pittsburgh Steelers veterans, rookies come together for 2025 OTAs
The weather has felt more like October than May, but the Pittsburgh Steelers have made the most of Mother Nature during Organized Team Activities. The week of voluntary sessions does not always see tremendous attendance, but there was a noticeable veteran presence at practice. Many of them say there's a lot of value in being there for mentorship and to shake the offseason rust. Advertisement 'We've got a lot of new stuff that we're doing, a lot people in different places, a lot of new schemes. So, it's definitely exciting to be here right now,' said Patrick Queen. One of the new faces is cornerback Darius Slay. He is entering his 13th season but says he still sees OTAs as an opportunity to get back to fundamentals and learn more about his new teammates. That includes establishing his role as a mentor to younger ones, like Joey Porter Jr and Beanie Bishop. 'Everybody has different stories, different mindsets. I just try to be an open book. Just absorb what they're talking about and give them information on what I've been through or how I got to this point. And they ask questions. That's the great thing about them,' said Slay. Slay said his new relationships are progressing quickly. Some of the younger players are planning to join him in Houston for workouts this summer. Advertisement While guys like Slay and Cam Heyward are natural leaders for the team, others like Alex Highsmith are growing into more prominent leadership roles. 'Just to really influence young guys and show them the way of what it takes. When I got here as a rookie, I had TJ and Bud and Cam, having veterans like that in my room really helped me to progress in my career. I just want to do what I can to help the young guys progress in their careers as well,' said Highsmith. Multiple players confirm that T.J. Watt was not at practice this week. He is due for a new contract. Highsmith said he knows Watt wants to be there and believes a new deal will happen for his counterpart. Download the FREE WPXI News app for breaking news alerts. Follow Channel 11 News on Facebook and Twitter. | Watch WPXI NOW
