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Major Blow for Texans: Higgins Tears ACL in Practice
19 Aug
Summary
- Wide receiver Jayden Higgins tore his ACL during practice on August 18, 2026.
- Higgins tied for the team lead in touchdown receptions last season.
- Injuries also sideline other key receivers, impacting team depth.
Houston Texans wide receiver Jayden Higgins sustained a torn ACL on Tuesday, August 18, 2026, during a joint practice session with the Las Vegas Raiders. The injury occurred on a red-zone play, marking a significant setback for the team's passing game. Higgins, a second-round pick from Iowa State in 2025, had a strong rookie campaign, leading the team with six touchdown receptions and accumulating 525 yards on 41 catches.
Coach DeMeco Ryans had previously praised Higgins' development and connection with quarterback C.J. Stroud, noting his excellence in various situations. However, Higgins' injury exacerbates existing depth concerns. Jaylin Noel is also expected to miss several weeks with hamstring and pinky injuries, while Tank Dell continues his rehabilitation from a severe knee injury sustained in December 2024. Xavier Hutchinson is positioned for a potentially larger role in light of these challenges.
