Hightower played nine seasons in the NFL, from 2001 to 2009. He played for the New England Patriots for all nine seasons, and was a member of the team that won Super Bowl XXXIX in 2004. He was also a two-time Pro Bowl selection, in 2004 and 2007. Hightower retired from the NFL after the 2009 season.
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