The Houston Texans are adjusting their roster following the reported torn ACL of wide receiver Jayden Higgins. With Higgins expected to be the team's No. 2 receiver behind Nico Collins, his injury creates openings for other players to step up.
Jaylin Noel, who has faced limitations during training camp due to a finger injury and hamstring tightness, is one of the candidates to fill Higgins' position. Additionally, Tank Dell is working his way back from a knee injury that kept him out for the entire 2025 season, complicating the team's receiver depth. Xavier Hutchinson is also vying for targets behind Collins.
As Noel works to overcome his injuries, he may secure a key role in the Texans' offense as the season unfolds. However, specifics regarding his recovery timeline and the impact on his playing time remain uncertain.
Source: cbssports.com.
