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The Iowa State Cyclones are facing a major issue in their receiving corps heading into 2025, as they lost both Jayden Higgins and Jaylin Noel to the NFL Draft.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / May 27

Texans' Rookie Named 'Most Dangerous' New Addition

Between free agent signings, trades, and draft picks, the Houston Texans acquired a number of new additions this offseason. One of those new faces could be a force to be reckoned with this fall.

Houston Texans News / Houston Texans on SI / May 25

Houston Texans Rookie Expected to Be Among Most Productive in the NFL

The Houston Texans hopefully have a potential superstar on their hands with former Iowa State football receiver Jayden Higgins. The 6-foot-4 Higgins has a huge catch radius which should be helpful for C.J.

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College Football News / Houston Texans on SI / May 20

Experts deliver bold takes on Texans draft picks Jayden Higgins and Jaylin Noel

On Reception Perception: The Show, Matt Harmon and James Koh broke down two key members of the Houston Texans’ draft class—wide receivers Jayden Higgins and Jaylin Noel from Iowa State—and what Houston’s rookies will bring to the Texans’ offense.

NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / May 20

Patriots rejected two trade offers for second-round pick

The Patriots have been linked to showing interest in the player the Dolphins chose in Round 2, guard Jonah Savaiinaea, but after the Arizona product went off the board, multiple teams eyed the Patriots’ No.

How the Houston Texans Annoyed Every Other NFL Franchise

The Houston Texans have started signing many of the rookies they selected last month, and Jayden Higgins' deal made NFL history. Higgins and his teammate Jaylin Noel were both taken by the Texans out of Iowa State.

ESPN Analyst Dishes Massive Prediction for Texans Rookie WR

The Houston Texans' first pickup in this year's draft with Iowa State wide receiver Jayden Higgins, has managed to collect some notable attention in just his first few weeks being in the fold.

College Football News / Last Word On Sports / May 10

Jayden Higgins Dynasty Outlook Following Historic Contract

Jayden Higgins made history for a rookie before he even set foot on the field. He became the first second-round pick in NFL history to receive a fully guaranteed contract.

Houston Texans News / Houston Texans on SI / May 10

Houston Texans Rookie WR Provides Hilarious Update on Fishing Channel

The Houston Texans needed to add weapons around C.J. Stroud, and they did just that with the drafting of Jayden Higgins. Higgins was among the most soughtafter players in the draft, and when he fell to the second round, the Texans made sure he didn't drop any further.

Iowa State Cyclones News / Pro Football Rumors / May 10

Texans second-round pick lands historic rookie deal

In a move that will force the hands of at least one other team, the Texans will make draft history.

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College Football News / Iowa State Cyclones on SI / May 8

Jayden Higgins has already made history before ever catching an NFL pass

Look at Jayden Higgins making history at the NFL level before even catching a pass. The former Iowa State star wide receiver has signed his first NFL contract and made a little history in doing so.

Houston Texans News / Houston Texans on SI / May 8

Houston Texans WR Makes NFL History After Landing Eye-Opening Rookie Deal

The Houston Texans needed to add playmaking to their offense, and they did just that in the 2025 NFL Draft with the addition of star Iowa State receiver Jayden Higgins, who is a lock to start in the first regular season action for Houston.

Texans Sign Second-Round WR Jayden Higgins

The Houston Texans have signed second-round WR Jayden Higgins to a rookie contract, per Ian Rapoport. The Texans have now signed two of their draft picks: Higgins, 22, was a two-star recruit and the 459th-ranked receiver in the 2021 recruiting class out of South Miami, Florida.

NFL News / Houston Texans on SI / April 30

Texans Day Two Pick Shows Major Praise to Franchise Legend

The Houston Texans made a pair of interesting Iowa State wide receiver additions during this offseason's draft, with second-rounder Jayden Higgins leading the way as the team's first draft pick of their entire class at 34th overall.

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Houston Texans Go Skill With Jayden Higgins At Pick 34

The Houston Texans made a move that turned heads in the 2025 NFL Draft when they picked Wide Receiver Jayden Higgins with the 34th overall selection. Higgins who started at Eastern Kentucky before transferring to Iowa State is a story many people can root for.

NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / April 25

Browns, Texans, Titans all receiving trade interest at top of second round

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College Football News / Athlon Sports / April 23

2025 NFL Draft Scouting Report: Iowa State WR Jayden Higgins

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College Football News / Denver Broncos on SI / April 22

Finding Broncos: Scouting Iowa State WR Jayden Higgins

The rumor mill is flying. And one thing we keep hearing is that the Denver Broncos are on the hunt for a wide receiver. One candidate is Iowa State's Jayden Higgins.

Bucs Draft 2025 Preview + Bucs Best Bets: WR

Pewter Report analyzes the top players in the 2025 NFL Draft with its position previews. Scott Reynolds starts the previews with the wide receiver position, offering a comprehensive look at what the Bucs have and what they need at receiver.

New York Giants Draft Prospect Profile: WR Jayden Higgins, Iowa State

Jayden Higgins will need some more work on his route tree, but he has upside as both an outside and slot receiver. He is a former two-star recruit out of Westminster Christian School in Miami, Florida, where he was the 376th-graded player from the state of Florida and the 459th-ranked wide receiver during the 2021 recruiting cycle.

NFL News / Bolt Beat / April 12

Chargers not named a fit for fans' dream 2025 NFL Draft prospect

The 2025 NFL Draft is fast approaching and as is the case every year, LA Chargers fans are starting to develop draft crushes on certain prospects. Different sections of the fanbase will inevitably latch onto different prospects after weeks of coverage hyping up these prospects.

Iowa State Cyclones News / Iowa State Cyclones on SI / March 3

Iowa State WRs Jayden Higgins, Jaylin Noel perform at NFL Combine

Former Iowa State wide receivers Jayden Higgins and Jaylin Noel were in Indianapolis recently for the NFL Combine. Higgins, who checked in at 6-foot-4 and over 210 pounds, ran a 4.47 40-yard dash with a vertical jump of 39 inches and a broad jump of 10-8.