Houston Texans wide receiver Jayden Higgins has been confirmed to miss the entire 2026 season because of a torn ACL sustained during a joint practice on August 18, as reported by NFL Network's Ian Rapoport.
Higgins was expected to play a key role in the Texans' offense this season. In his absence, teammates Tank Dell and Jaylin Noel are anticipated to take on his responsibilities. Dell is returning from a significant knee injury but had demonstrated productivity before his setback, making him a viable late-round fantasy pick if he regains his starting role.
Noel might be a consideration in deeper fantasy leagues, though he is not seen as a starting option.
Details regarding Higgins' recovery process and how his injury will affect the team's overall strategy have not yet been disclosed.
