Texans second-year WRs shine in offseason workouts
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: May 31, 2026, 7:23 PM
Last updated May 31, 2026
Houston Texans wide receivers Jayden Higgins and Jaylin Noel have impressed during offseason training. With veteran Tank Dell still recovering from multiple surgeries, Higgins and Noel are expected to take on larger roles in the offense this season. Head coach DeMeco Ryans praised Higgins for his improved physical condition and expressed excitement for both players' development. The Texans will continue their offseason training activities in the upcoming week.
- •Higgins caught 41 passes for 525 yards last season.
- •Noel added 292 receiving yards and two touchdowns in his rookie year.
- •Tank Dell is still rehabilitating from surgeries and has not played since December 2024.
- •Ryans highlighted Higgins' improved shape and potential for a breakout year.
- •The Texans resume practice for the next OTA session on Tuesday.
- 7:23 PMYahoo Sports — Texans give praise to second-year WRs following strong offseasons
"Houston Texans fans would love nothing more than to see speedster wideout Tank Dell back in the lineup, but they'll have to settle for growth from the two Iowa State stars.
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