Cardinals extend tight end Elijah Higgins amid receiver injuries
CBS Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 13, 2026, 7:38 PM
Last updated Nov 13, 2026

The Arizona Cardinals have reportedly extended tight end Elijah Higgins on a three-year, $26.8 million contract, ensuring he remains with the team through the 2029 season. This follows the prior extension of tight end Trey McBride, making Arizona the only team with over $100 million committed to their top two tight ends. The Cardinals' receiving corps has been severely impacted by injuries, leaving them relying heavily on tight ends. With key wideouts sidelined, Higgins is expected to take on a larger role alongside McBride as the team adapts its offensive strategy moving forward.
- •Higgins signed a three-year, $26.8 million extension.
- •The Cardinals have over $100 million in tight end contracts since 2025.
- •Key receivers have suffered season-ending injuries this year.
- •Arizona is shifting towards multi-tight end offensive sets.
- •Rookie Carson Beck is starting as the quarterback for the remainder of the season.
- 7:38 PMCBS Sports — Cardinals reportedly extend No. 2 TE Elijah Higgins, going all-in on tight ends amid WR injuries
"Coupled with the McBride extension in 2025, the Cardinals have now signed over $100 million in contracts for their top two tight ends
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