He played college football at Boise State and was selected by the Philadelphia Eagles in the fifth round of the 2020 NFL draft.

[4] During his first year at Boise State in 2018, Hightower started four of 10 games, recording 31 receptions for 504 yards and six touchdowns.

[9] On August 31, 2021, Hightower was waived by the Eagles and re-signed to the practice squad the next day.

[14] On September 28, 2022, Hightower was signed to the Los Angeles Chargers practice squad.

[17] On February 15, 2024, Hightower signed with the DC Defenders of the United Football League (UFL).