Alonzo Highsmith, Jr.

Alonzo Jakeswic Highsmith (born November 21, 1989) is an American football outside linebacker who is currently a free agent. He signed with the Miami Dolphins as an undrafted free agent in 2013. He played college football at Arkansas.

Phoenix College

He attended a junior college called Phoenix CollegeIn 2010 he recorded 94 tackles, 79 of which were solo, and 12 of which were tackles for loss. In addition he achieved four quaterback sacks. During his time at Phoenix College he was selected as the NJCAA Region One co-Defensive Player of the Year and was also named the WSFL Defensive Player of the Year.

Arkansas

Following his sophomore year Highsmith transferred to the University of Arkansas. In his junior season he started all 13 games for the Razorbacks, recording 80 tackles, 4.5 sacks, one forced fumble, one pass deflection and one interception.

Miami Dolphins

On April 27, 2013 Highsmith signed with the Miami Dolphins as an undrafted free agent following the 2013 NFL Draft. On August 23, 2013, he was waived by the Dolphins.

Kansas City Chiefs

On January 14, 2014, He signed with the Kansas City Chiefs to a reserve/future contract. On August 29, 2014, he was released by the Chiefs.

Washington Redskins

Highsmith Jr. signed with the Washington Redskins on May 18, 2015. He was waived on August 31.

He is the son of former NFL running back Alonzo Highsmith. His brother is A.J. Highsmith, who currently is a safety for the Miami Hurricanes.