Jayden Higgins poised for breakout season with Houston Texans
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: May 31, 2026, 12:30 AM
Last updated May 31, 2026
Houston Texans wide receiver Jayden Higgins returns for his second season after a strong rookie finish. The former Iowa State standout has increased his physicality and has earned the trust of quarterback C.J. Stroud. With growing expectations, Higgins is set to take on a larger role in the offense. The Texans aim to build on last year's progress as they prepare for the upcoming season.
- •Jayden Higgins enters his second NFL season with the Texans
- •He had a strong finish to his rookie year
- •Higgins has bulked up and gained C.J. Stroud's trust
- •Texans looking to improve on last year's performance
- 12:30 AMYahoo Sports — Houston Texans Second-Year Wide Receiver Shows Signs For Excitement
"After a surging rookie finish, Jayden Higgins returns with a bulked-up frame and C.J. Stroud’s trust, positioning the former Iowa State star for a massive Year 2 breakout.
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