The Houston Texans have reached out to the Dallas Cowboys for assistance after wide receiver Jayden Higgins suffered a torn ACL that has ended his season. The Texans have not disclosed specific plans to fill the gap left by Higgins, but they are focused on ensuring his recovery is both quick and safe.
Surgery for Higgins will be performed by Cowboys team doctor Dan Cooper, who has previously operated on Texans linebacker E.J. Speed. Speed is anticipated to miss a significant portion of the upcoming regular season due to a partially torn quadriceps.
Higgins' injury is viewed as a major setback for the Texans' offense and quarterback CJ Stroud, as noted by sportswriter John McClain. While the Texans may explore free agency or trades, their immediate attention seems to be on their current roster.
ESPN 97.5’s Jeremy Branham pointed out the limited options available in free agency, suggesting the Texans might look to younger receivers like Jared Wayne and Xavier Hutchinson for support, though their readiness is uncertain.
There is also speculation about a potential reunion with former player Brandin Cooks, who could offer a solution as the Texans navigate Higgins' absence. Further details on the team's strategy remain unclear.
