Jayden Higgins

Houston Texans
Wide Receiver

Personal

Age	23
Birthdate	December 15, 2002
Height	6'4"
Weight	214 lb

Draft

College	Iowa State
Year	2025
Pick	Round: 2, Overall: 34
Team	HOU

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Jayden Higgins: Jayden Higgins Losing Steam in Houston's WR Corps

Houston Texans wide receiver Jayden Higgins (knee) was a potential breakout candidate heading into the 2026 campaign before a torn ACL in the preseason derailed his year. Now, uncertainty remains about where the Iowa State product sits in the team's receiving hierarchy. Higgins was slated to operate as the team's No. 2 pass catcher behind veteran Nico Collins this season, though he never got the chance. In the meantime, teammate Tank Dell got healthy, and the team traded for former Arizona Cardinal wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. - reuniting him with his old college quarterback, C.J. Stroud. Higgins appeared to have the tools to handle a complementary role in an NFL passing game, but now looks to be at best Houston's third option when he's healthy. It's an unfortunate outcome for a young wideout with potential, but also too early in his career to peg him as a bust or count him out. For now, owners must take a wait-and-see approach with the 23-year-old.

Nov. 6, 2026 8:25 PM EST