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Texans Sign Rookie Jayden Higgins to $11.7M Guaranteed Deal

5/9/2025

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Summary

Story summary

The Houston Texans have made history by signing rookie wide receiver Jayden Higgins to a groundbreaking fully guaranteed four-year contract worth $11.7 million. Drafted 34th overall from Iowa State, Higgins dazzled in 2024 with 1,183 yards and nine touchdowns, setting his sights on claiming the coveted No. 2 receiver position.

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Historical Context

The Houston Texans' signing of Jayden Higgins marks a shift in NFL contracts, echoing the 2011 rookie salary cap reform. This change aimed to control escalating rookie salaries, paving the way for fully guaranteed deals. Higgins' $11.7 million contract reflects the evolving landscape of player compensation in football.

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Story summary

The Houston Texans have made history by signing rookie wide receiver Jayden Higgins to a groundbreaking fully guaranteed four-year contract worth $11.7 million. Drafted 34th overall from Iowa State, Higgins dazzled in 2024 with 1,183 yards and nine touchdowns, setting his sights on claiming the coveted No. 2 receiver position.

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