2012 DRAFT GUIDE
 #54 Dont'a Hightower
 Pos: Linebacker
NFL Team: NWE
Injury: Questionable
Injury Type: hamstring, shoulder
 Experience: Rookie
College: Alabama
Height: 75
Weight: 270
Born: 3/12/1990

Summary

The Patriots didn't do much to limit yards and points last season but were a strong fantasy defense because of high sack and interception totals. They made up for the high scoring games with a lot of turnovers and quarterback pressures. Expect more of the same as the defense remains pretty young and should get better with more seasoning. The Patriots used their first six draft picks on defensive players this season, hoping to improve the area even more. The pass defense needs the most improvement and could be a concern again for this season. But the pass rush should be good and the run defense should be improved some with more bulk on the line. Special teams isn't a huge strength but Danny Woodhead and Julian Edelman are above-average return men, so it isn't a weakness, either.
FANTASY OUTLOOK
The Patriots are a solid pick for fantasy teams unless you are in a league that penalizes for yards and points allowed. They will get you plenty of sacks and interceptions, and normally are good for a few defensive scores. Just know your scoring. Consider them a top-10 option in most formats.

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Notes

Oct 14 02:52 pm
The New England Patriots have declared LB Dont'a Hightower, DL Jake Bequette, WR Julian Edelman, C Matt Tennant, TE Michael Hoomanawanui, SS Steve Gregory, LB Tracy White inactive for Week 6.
Source: KFFL.com
Oct 13 10:42 pm
The New England Patriots have downgraded LB Dont'a Hightower (hamstring) to out for the Week 6 game against the Seattle Seahawks, according to the team.
Source: KFFL.com
Oct 05 03:02 pm
New England Patriots LB Dont'a Hightower (hamstring) says he's not feeling pain in his hamstring despite being limited in practice all week. He expects to play in Week 5, although he'll be a game-time decision.
Source: KFFL.com
Sep 03 01:22 pm
New England Patriots LB Dont'a Hightower has switched his jersey to No. 54.
Source: KFFL.com
Aug 10 11:53 am
New England Patriots rookie LB Dont'a Hightower started the team's first preseason game and had a nice showing in his debut. He finished the game vs. the New Orleans Saints with four tackles and was disruptive at times.
Source: KFFL.com
Jul 28 08:23 pm
New England Patriots LB Dont'a Hightower is looking to immediately earn the respect of his veteran teammates. 'All those guys in front of me that have played here and had so much success, right now I'm just trying to do what I can so I can learn from these guys,' Hightower said. 'And get as much respect from them as I can.'
Source: KFFL.com
Jul 18 05:43 pm
The New England Patriots have agreed to terms with first-round draft choice LB Dont'a Hightower on a four-year deal. Financial terms were not disclosed.
Source: KFFL.com
Jul 15 01:23 pm
New England Patriots first-round draft choice LB Dont'a Hightower has not signed at this point but is not expected to hold out of training camp. The Patriots' rookies are scheduled to report for camp Thursday, July 19.
Source: KFFL.com
Jul 01 10:23 pm
New England Patriots LB Dont'a Hightower remains unsigned, and he might be waiting to see what happens with players like Cleveland Browns QB Brandon Weeden. The hold-up with Weeden is that he is looking for a guaranteed four-year contract. Weeden was selected 22nd overall, while Hightower was picked 25th overall.
Source: KFFL.com
Jun 17 02:33 pm
The New England Patriots are expected to sign first-round draft choice LB Dont'a Hightower before the start of training camp.
Source: KFFL.com

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