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Texans' Jaylin Noel reacts to Jayden Higgins' torn ACL injury

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 25, 2026, 1:35 PM

Last updated Aug 25, 2026

Texans' Jaylin Noel reacts to Jayden Higgins' torn ACL injury

Summary

Houston Texans wide receiver Jaylin Noel expressed his support for teammate Jayden Higgins after Higgins suffered a season-ending torn ACL. Noel described the situation as 'really tough,' emphasizing the hard work and leadership Higgins brought to the team and their close bond formed at Iowa State. In response to Higgins’ injury, the Texans acquired wide receiver Kayshon Boutte from the New England Patriots to bolster their receiving corps. Boutte is expected to play a significant role as the team's No. 2 wide receiver. The Texans will conclude their preseason against the Carolina Panthers.

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By the Numbers

•Jayden Higgins out for the season with a torn ACL.
•Jaylin Noel shares emotional support for Higgins.
•Texans trade for Kayshon Boutte to enhance their offense.
•Boutte played three seasons with New England, contributing in the playoffs.
•Texans' preseason finale scheduled against the Carolina Panthers.

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1:35 PMYahoo Sports — Texans WR Jaylin Noel on WR Jayden Higgins' torn ACL: "it's really tough"

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Houston Texans wide receiver Jaylin Noel reacted to fellow receiver Jayden Higgins' season-ending torn ACL, saying "it's really tough."
— Yahoo Sports

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