John Hightower (American football)


John Hightower IV is an American football wide receiver for the Philadelphia Eagles of the National Football League. He played college football at Boise State and was drafted by the Eagles in the fifth round of the 2020 NFL Draft.

Early years

Hightower attended Riverdale Baptist School in Upper Marlboro, Maryland.

College career

Hightower originally attended Hinds Community College for two years before attending Boise State University. In the two years at Hinds, he had 31 receptions for 509 yards and seven touchdowns. During his first year at Boise State in 2018, Hightower started four of 10 games, recording 31 receptions for 504 yards and six touchdowns. In his senior season in 2019, he started 13 of 14 games and had 51 receptions for 943 yards and eight touchdowns.

Professional career

Hightower was drafted by the Philadelphia Eagles in the fifth round with the 168th overall pick of the 2020 NFL Draft.