Jay Higgins shines in home debut as Ravens top Colts 41-23
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 13, 2026, 10:14 PM
Last updated Sep 13, 2026

Jay Higgins, a linebacker for the Baltimore Ravens, expressed gratitude after playing in front of family in Indianapolis during the opening game of the 2026 NFL season. The Ravens secured a convincing 41-23 victory over the Indianapolis Colts, marking Higgins's first win at Lucas Oil Stadium. Despite a successful collegiate career at Iowa, Higgins went undrafted but is in his second year with the Ravens, where he plays a significant role on special teams. He credited his coaches and supporters along the way for helping him reach this point, emphasizing their impact on his career.
- •Higgins had around 60 supporters at the game in Colts jerseys.
- •He lost previous key games at Lucas Oil Stadium in high school and college.
- •Higgins previously received accolades as a standout linebacker at Iowa.
- •He is currently the second-string middle linebacker for the Ravens.
- •Caden Curry made his NFL debut for the Colts in the same game.
- 10:14 PMYahoo Sports — Ex-Brebeuf star Jay Higgins grateful to play in front of home crowd: 'Didn't get here by myself'
"Former Brebeuf/Iowa LB Jay Higgins IV expressed gratitude for the opportunity to play in front of his family in his hometown with the Ravens
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