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Houston Texans rookie wide receiver Jaylin Noel has yet to play a snap in the NFL, but he’s already making headlines for more than just his draft status.

College Football News / Last Word On Sports / May 21

Jaylin Noel: Texans Rookie Wide Receiver Dynasty Outlook

Jaylin Noel was the second Iowa State wide receiver taken by the Houston Texans in the 2025 NFL Draft. Noel went in the third round (79th overall) to join his teammate Jayden Higgins, who was drafted in the second round.

Houston Texas Rookie Film Analysis: Jaylin Noel

Texans newest slot receiver possesses scary speed and frightening How did Iowa State’s set the tone on the first play of the 2024 season? With a 55-yard heave to Jaylin Noel in double coverage.

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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.

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32 significant NFL players returning from injuries in 2025

The 2024 NFL season saw several strong performers miss substantial time. Here are the key presences, with emphasis on those who missed significant time last year, teams are counting on to reprise their pre-injury form in 2025.

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Houston Texans Rookie Jaylin Noel's Fiancée Points Out WR's Top Trait

Houston Texans rookie wide receiver Jaylin Noel has yet to play an NFL snap, but he’s already drawing attention for more than just his draft status. As he prepares for his first season, a heartfelt message from his fiancée offered fans a look at the standout trait that defines him both on and off the field.

Analyst Reveals Striking Concern for Texans' Hyped Draft Pick

The Houston Texans landed a pair of Iowa State wide receivers in the NFL Draft, nabbing Jayden Higgins in the second round and snatching Jaylin Noel in Round 3.

Newest Houston Texan, ex-Iowa State Cyclone ready to test himself vs. the best

For Jaylin Noel, the idea of going against one of the top cornerbacks in the NFL excites him. But he had no thought it would actually be happening in practice.

Texans WR Jaylin Noel got exactly what he asked for (just not how he imagined)

The Houston Texans landed a pair of Iowa State receivers in the 2025 NFL Draft to help bolster the position for C.J. Stroud's third year in the league.

College Football News / CBSSports.com / April 25

NFL Draft 2025: Texans draft Jaylin Noel in Round 3; full scouting report, pro comparison and future outlook

Here's what Houston is getting in the Iowa State WR

College Football News / The 33rd Team / April 18

2025 Dynasty Fantasy Football: Final 2-Round Superflex Mock Draft

The 2025 NFL Draft is less than a week away, which means our rookie drafts are right around the corner. The draft shouldn’t change our opinions too much on the top rookies in this class, but draft capital and landing spot could shake up the first round.

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.

College Football News / Mile High Report / April 15

Iowa State WR Jaylin Noel would give the Broncos a slot receiver who consistently finds himself open

Noel would give the Broncos a quarterback friendly slot receiver who knows how to get open. One prospect who may interest the Denver Broncos in the second round of the 2025 NFL Draft is Iowa State’s Jaylin Noel.

New York Giants Draft Prospect Profile: WR Jaylin Noel, Iowa State

Jaylin Noel offers special teams ability as a punt returner. A former three-star recruit out of Park Hill High School in Kansas City, Missouri, where he was the eighth-ranked player from his state and the 87th wide receiver during the 2021 recruiting cycle.

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Jaylin Noel and Jayden Higgins are extremely different players, but that’s a big reason for Noel’s rise as a 2025 NFL Draft prospect

One of the most unlikely storylines in the 2025 NFL Draft class centers around the wide receiver position, and Iowa State star pass catchers Jaylin Noel and Jayden Higgins.

NFL News / New England Patriots on SI / April 8

Patriots Showing Interest in Fast-Rising WR Prospect

The New England Patriots might have some intrigue in one of this year’s more compelling wide receiver prospects in the draft. According to NFL insider Arye Pulli, the Patriots are hosting Iowa State receiver Jaylin Noel for a top-30 visit this week.

Will the 49ers Draft Iowa State Wide Receiver Jaylin Noel in Round 3?

You can bet the 49ers will draft a wide receiver this year. The question is when. Since Kyle Shanahan and John Lynch joined the organization in 2017, the 49ers have taken at least one wide receiver in seven of eight drafts, and have taken two wide receivers in four of eight drafts.

College Football News / PewterReport.com / March 27

Bucs To Bring In Explosive WR For Top 30 Visit

The Bucs have three defensive players on their official 30 visit list, but now there is an offensive name on the list as well. Iowa State wide receiver Jaylin Noel will be visiting Tampa Bay prior to the draft, according to The Draft Network’s Justin Melo.

College Football News / Last Word On Sports / March 19

Jaylin Noel 2025 NFL Draft Profile

In 2024, the Iowa State Cyclones offense was led by two 1,000-yard receivers. Jaylin Noel was one of those big-time playmakers for the Cyclones, and his scouting report evaluates whether he can continue to have similar success in the NFL.

Report: Steelers Have Top-30 Visit Scheduled with Uber Athletic Iowa State WR

Iowa State wide receiver Jaylin Noel has a top-30 visit scheduled with the Pittsburgh Steelers, according to MLFootball. Noel turned heads at the NFL Combine, recording an impressive 4.39 40 time along with a 1.51 10-yard split.

Jaylin Noel 2025 NFL Draft: Scouting Report For Iowa State Cyclones WR

Height: 5096 (verified) Weight: 196lbs (verified) Year: Senior Pro Comparison: Sterling Shepard Iowa State Cyclones wide receiver Jaylin Noel projects as a complementary pass catcher at the NFL level.

College Football News / The 33rd Team / February 12

2025 NFL Draft: Iowa State's Jaylin Noel Is Ready To Be NFL's Next Great Slot Receiver

Slot receivers are perceived as shifty, underneath route runners who get the ball in the quick game to pick up first downs. Iowa State's Jaylin Noel wants to change that perception at the NFL level.

NFL News / Yardbarker / January 30

Senior Bowl Day 2 takeaways: Top QB prospect struggles, surprising EDGE looks major

On Wednesday at Hancock Whitney Stadium, players practiced for the second day in preparation for Saturday's Reese's Senior Bowl.

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College Football News / The 33rd Team / December 20

2025 NFL Draft: Early Ranking Top 10 Wide Receiver Prospects

The 2025 NFL Draft has been a major pipeline of wide receiver talent over the past several seasons. While this year's class is a good one, it does feel like it falls a bit short of the star power of recent classes that have infused superstars quickly into the league.

Iowa State Cyclones News / Iowa State Cyclones on SI / December 13

Iowa State lands three on AP all-Big 12 football teams led by Jaylin Noel

The Iowa State football team earned three honors on the AP all-Big 12 team, the Associated Press announced. Jaylin Noel made the first team as an all-purpose selection while Jayden Higgins and Jontez Williams each earned second team status.

Iowa State Cyclones News / Iowa State Cyclones on SI / December 6

Iowa State credits leadership committee, Jaylin Noel, for getting team through rough patches

In the course of a college football season, you are going to have to survive the bad with the good. No matter the team, there will be trials and tribulations, and that has been the case for Iowa State this past year.