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Texans WR Jayden Higgins out for season

Texans rookie WR Jayden Higgins tears ACL during joint practice with Raiders, ending his season.

The Briefly Pulse Desk August 19, 2026 1 min read 2 views

The update

Texans rookie wideout Jayden Higgins will miss the entire 2026 season after tearing his anterior cruciate ligament during joint practice with the Las Vegas Raiders on Tuesday. The injury occurred during red zone drills, ending a strong start to his second NFL season.

Why it matters

The loss is a significant blow to Houston’s receiving depth. Higgins was expected to play a key role in the offense, and his absence forces the team to rely more heavily on a receiving corps already dealing with its own injury issues.

What to watch

How the Texans adjust their offensive game plan without Higgins. Tank Dell and Jaylin Noel are the next options in the pecking order, but both have injury histories that could complicate their availability as the season progresses.

Sources

espn.com — Injury details and timeline
USA TODAY Sports — Impact on receiving corps and fantasy outlook

Verified sources

USA TODAY Sports